Description
This Mint Oreo Cheesecake Cake combines fluffy mint cake layers, a creamy Oreo-studded cheesecake center, and rich Mint Oreo frosting. Perfect for mint lovers, this layered dessert is a show-stopping centerpiece for any celebration. Keyword: Mint Oreo Cheesecake Cake
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon mint extract
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 cup crushed Mint Oreos
For the Cheesecake Layer:
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon mint extract
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1/2 cup crushed Mint Oreos
For the Mint Oreo Frosting:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon mint extract
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1 cup crushed Mint Oreos
To Decorate:
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Extra crushed Mint Oreos
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Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
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Make the Cake Layers:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and mint extract. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry. Fold in crushed Mint Oreos.
Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. -
Prepare Cheesecake Layer:
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round pan. Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, and mix until combined. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and mint extract.
Fold in crushed Mint Oreos. Pour into pan and bake 35–40 minutes until set. Cool completely, then chill for 2+ hours. -
Make the Frosting:
Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in vanilla and mint extract, then fold in crushed Mint Oreos. -
Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving platter and spread a layer of frosting. Add chilled cheesecake layer on top.
Frost cheesecake layer, then top with second cake layer. Frost the entire cake. Decorate with piped frosting, extra crushed Oreos, and mint leaves.
Notes
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Chill assembled cake for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner layers.
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You can tint the frosting light green for a more minty visual effect.
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For best results, use a serrated knife to slice.