Dessert

Golden Oreo Cake with Golden Oreo Buttercream Recipe

ByLily Cross October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

Introduction

This Golden Oreo Cake is a delightful twist on a classic layered cake, featuring finely ground Golden Oreos blended into both the batter and the buttercream frosting. Its moist texture and rich vanilla flavor make it perfect for celebrations or anytime you crave a special dessert.

A tall round cake with a rough pale cream frosting covers the entire cake. Around the bottom edge, there is a single layer of golden sandwich cookies standing upright, placed side by side. On the top edge, there are eight swirls of creamy white frosting evenly spaced, each topped with one golden sandwich cookie standing upright in the center of the swirl. The cake sits on a white cake board, which is placed on a wooden cake stand with a thick base, all set on a white marbled surface. The background is dark blue with some blurred flowers visible on one side. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 cups All Purpose flour
2/3 cups Golden Oreos (finely ground in a food processor)
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1½ cups unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs (at room temperature)
2 large egg whites (at room temperature)
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1½ cups buttermilk (room temperature)

Golden Oreo Buttercream:

1½ cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
4½ cups confectioners’ sugar
1 cup Golden Oreos (finely ground in a food processor)
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional Golden Oreos for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and dust three 9-inch cake pans with flour, then line the bottoms with parchment paper rounds.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set this dry mixture aside.
Step 3: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom as needed.
Step 4: Add the eggs, egg whites, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat on high until combined, scraping the bowl as necessary.
Step 5: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
Step 6: Still on low, pour in the buttermilk and mix until just combined. Finally, fold in the finely ground Golden Oreo crumbs until evenly distributed.
Step 7: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Let the cakes cool completely in their pans on a wire rack before frosting.
Step 9: To make the frosting, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, then the heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground Golden Oreos, and salt while mixing on low speed.
Step 10: Increase the mixer to high speed and beat the frosting for 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 11: Assemble the cake by placing one cake layer on a stand or plate. Spread about 1½ cups of frosting evenly over the top. Repeat with the second layer and frosting.
Step 12: Place the third layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting, smoothing the sides and top.
Step 13: Garnish the cake with additional Golden Oreos as desired.
Step 14: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before slicing to allow the frosting to set.

Tips & Variations

For best texture, ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
If you prefer a lighter frosting, reduce the butter slightly and add more heavy cream for a fluffier texture.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for a warm twist.
Use crushed Golden Oreos on the sides of the cake for a decorative, crunchy finish.

Storage

Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes for the best flavor and texture. Leftover cake can also be frozen for up to 2 months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Serve

A tall, round cake with a light beige frosting covers the entire surface, showing a slightly rough texture with small specks. The base of the cake is decorated with a single row of golden sandwich cookies standing upright, evenly spaced around the bottom edge. On top, there are seven neat swirls of creamy beige frosting, each topped with a whole golden sandwich cookie pressed vertically into the swirl. The cake is placed on a white plate set on a wooden cake stand, all on a white marbled texture surface with a soft blue background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular Oreos instead of Golden Oreos?

Yes, you can substitute regular Oreos for Golden Oreos in both the cake and frosting, but it will change the flavor and color of the cake, giving it a more chocolatey twist.

What if I don’t have buttermilk?

You can make a buttermilk substitute by adding 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1½ cups of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.