What is the biggest mistake to avoid when making a dump cake?

The biggest mistake is mixing the layers. Dump cakes rely on distinct layers that bake together. When you stir the ingredients, the texture becomes dense and uneven.

How to make 2 ingredient Oreo cake?

You can make a simple Oreo cake using crushed Oreos and milk. Blend the cookies with milk until smooth, pour the batter into a dish, and bake until set.

A dump cake is a dessert where ingredients are layered directly in a baking dish without mixing. During baking, the layers soften and create a texture similar to cake and cobbler.

Why is it called a dump cake?

The name comes from the method. Instead of traditional mixing, you simply dump ingredients into the pan in layers and bake.

Oreo Dump Cake Amazing Easy Chocolate Dessert

Name: Oreo Dump Cake Amazing Easy Chocolate Dessert
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 24 Oreo cookies, divided (about 18 to 22 for the base and the rest chopped for topping); 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk; 8 oz tub whipped topping such as Cool Whip, thawed; 15.25 oz box chocolate fudge cake mix or any chocolate cake mix; 1/2 cup salted butter, cold and thinly sliced; Optional toppings: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, extra crushed Oreos

Description

Oreo Dump Cake is a rich, gooey chocolate dessert made with layers of Oreo cookies, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, chocolate cake mix, and butter. This easy dessert requires no mixing bowls and bakes into a soft, scoopable cake that tastes amazing served warm with ice cream.

Ingredients

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24 Oreo cookies, divided (about 18 to 22 for the base and the rest chopped for topping)

14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

8 oz tub whipped topping such as Cool Whip, thawed

15.25 oz box chocolate fudge cake mix or any chocolate cake mix

1/2 cup salted butter, cold and thinly sliced

Optional toppings: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, extra crushed Oreos

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.

2. Arrange whole Oreo cookies in a single layer across the bottom of the baking dish.

3. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the Oreo cookies.

4. Spread the thawed whipped topping gently over the condensed milk without mixing the layers.

5. Evenly sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix across the whipped topping layer.

6. Place thin slices of butter evenly across the cake mix so most areas are covered.

7. Roughly chop the remaining Oreo cookies and scatter them across the top.

8. Bake for about 35 to 40 minutes until the top is set and the edges are bubbling.

9. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes, then scoop and serve warm.

Notes

Do not mix the layers because dump cakes rely on layering ingredients directly in the baking dish.

Pour butter slowly and evenly over the dry cake mix to prevent dry spots after baking.

Whole Oreos at the bottom create a soft cookie crust while baking.

Sweetened condensed milk caramelizes slightly during baking and softens the cookies, creating a gooey center.

The dessert tastes best served warm because it firms up as it cools.

If the top appears dry while baking, drizzle a small amount of melted butter over uncovered areas.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 695
Sugar: 62 g
Sodium: 670 mg
Fat: 34 g
Saturated Fat: 16 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 95 g
Fiber: 2.5 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg