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Oreo Tiramisu Icebox Cake Recipe

Prep Time20 minutes
Chill Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

  • Oreo cookies – about 30 crushed lightly or left whole for layers
  • Heavy cream – 2 cups whipped to soft peaks
  • Cream cheese – 8 oz softened
  • Powdered sugar – 1/2 cup
  • Vanilla extract – 1 tsp because flavor is life
  • Espresso or strong coffee – 1/2 cup cooled (skip or use decaf for kids)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder – for dusting on top
  • Optional: chocolate shavings or sprinkles for extra flair

Instructions

  • Prep your cookies – If you like texture, leave Oreos whole. For a softer cake, gently crush half. Set aside.
  • Whip the cream – In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold in cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
  • Coffee soak – Pour your cooled espresso into a shallow dish. Quickly dip Oreos one by one (don’t let them drown!) and start layering at the bottom of your pan or mason jars.
  • Layering magic – Alternate cookies and cream mixture, finishing with a cream layer on top. Don’t be shy—more layers = more wow.
  • Dust & chill – Sprinkle unsweetened cocoa over the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, so flavors meld and cookies soften.
  • Optional extras – Right before serving, add chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or even a drizzle of chocolate syrup. Presentation counts, folks.