Oreo Icebox Cake is an straightforward, no-bake dessert made with milk-soaked Oreos layered with creamy pudding and whipped cream. After chilling, it cuts just like cake!
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My Kitchen’s Basically a Dessert Drive-Thru…& It is satisfying to It!
So far this summer, my kitchen has been a nonstop rotation of cookies and brownies as kids come and go. They all know how much It is satisfying to to bake and will ask for specific treats after seeing something I’ve posted on Instagram or remembering a past favorite.
The neighborhood boys have officially nicknamed my buckeye brownies “legendary brownies” and call my frozen lemonade “the best drink to ever exist.”
A couple weeks ago, after I made them this chocolate chip cookie icebox cake, they immediately asked for another one. I didn’t have chocolate chip cookies on hand, so I used Oreos instead, and it was a huge hit!
After a few rounds of testing, I figured out that soaking the Oreos in milk first gives the best results. They soften into the reliable cake-like layer once chilled.
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I made this and it was excellent. Looked and tasted great. All were impressed!!
– Susan
Oreo Icebox Cake Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oreo cookies | 2 packages | Any flavor works; I typically use classic in this recipe |
| Instant vanilla pudding mix | 2 small boxes (3.4 oz each) | Use regular instant pudding, not sugar-free or cook-and-serve |
| Whole milk | 3-1/4 cups | 2-1/4 cups for pudding, 1 cup for dipping cookies |
| Whipped topping | 1 tub (8 oz), thawed | Regular Cool Whip, Truwhip, Cocowhip, or from-scratch whipped cream |
Oreo Icebox Cake: Tips For Success
- Quick dip: Dip Oreos in milk for 1–2 seconds to soften them without getting soggy.
- Use regular whipped topping: Light or sugar-free kinds can get watery.
- Let it chill overnight: The longer it chills, the more the Oreos turn soft and cake-like.
- Warm the knife: Hold the knife under hot water, then dry it before each cut.
- Fill the layers: Break cookies to fill empty spots so each layer is covered.
Storage
- Store in the fridge: Cover the icebox cake tightly and keep it in the fridge. It stays good for up to 1 week.
- Skip the freezer: Freezing changes the texture and flavor, so it’s best to just keep this in the fridge.
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Switch Up The Flavor!
There are so many ways to change up this Oreo Icebox Cake. Here are a few:
- Mint Oreo Cake: Swap regular Oreos for mint ones.
- Peanut Butter Crunch: Use peanut butter Oreos and add a peanut butter drizzle between layers.
- Triple Chocolate: Use chocolate pudding with chocolate or regular Oreos.
- Golden Dream: Vanilla Oreos paired with vanilla or cheesecake pudding.
- Pistachio Icebox Cake: Try this Pistachio Icebox Cake recipe.
