Description
A rich and indulgent Red Velvet Oreo Drip Cake that combines the classic flavors of red velvet with creamy frosting and a decadent chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) red food coloring
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 450 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 150 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 10–12 Oreo cookies (whole and crushed)
- Red velvet cake crumbs (from trimmed tops of cake layers or extra cupcakes)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, red coloring, vinegar, and vanilla.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients just until smooth — don’t overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then level the tops (save the crumbs for garnish).
- Beat the cream cheese and butter until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and beat until smooth.
- Mix in vanilla and a pinch of salt. Chill slightly before assembling.
- Heat the heavy cream until just simmering.
- Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool until slightly thickened but still pourable.
- Place the first cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of cream cheese frosting.
- Add the second layer, frost again, then the third layer.
- Frost the top and sides lightly for a semi-naked finish (or fully frost if you prefer).
- Pour the ganache drip around the edges, letting it run down naturally.
- Top with swirls of frosting, whole Oreos, and red velvet crumbs.
- Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing to set the layers.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- Chill the ganache slightly before pouring to achieve the perfect drip effect.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg