The first time I attempted a cake roll, I was intimidated, but this Oreo Cream Chocolate Roll was the recipe that made me a believer. Using a simple cake mix as the base, the process felt manageable. As the chocolate cake baked in my kitchen, the warm, sweet aroma mixed with the comforting smell of crushed Oreos. The moment I successfully rolled it with a towel, my heart soared, and when I unrolled it to reveal a perfect spiral of creamy, cookie-speckled filling, I felt like a pastry champion. It was a stunning, delicious triumph of technique and flavor that’s far easier than it looks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You will love this recipe because it takes the classic, beloved combination of chocolate and Oreos and turns it into an elegant, impressive dessert that looks like it came from a professional bakery. Using a cake mix streamlines the process, making a potentially tricky technique accessible to anyone. It’s fun to make, incredibly satisfying to slice, and delivers a perfect bite of fluffy chocolate cake and rich, creamy filling every time. This roll is guaranteed to be the star of any gathering, from family dinners to holiday parties.
Ingredients
For the Cake Roll:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (standard 15.25 oz size)
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water (or as directed on box for a “thinner” batter)
For the Oreo Cream Filling:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, very cold
- ½ cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (plus extra for garnish)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (optional, for stability)
For Dusting & Garnish:
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting towel and cake)
- Additional crushed Oreos or whole cookies
Let’s talk ingredients. The cake mix is a brilliant shortcut, but for a successful roll, we need to adapt it slightly. Adding the water as directed (usually 1 cup) creates a slightly thinner, more flexible batter than a typical cake—this is key for rolling without cracking. For the filling, the cold heavy cream is non-negotiable for whipping into stiff peaks; don’t try to substitute with a lower-fat option. The optional cream cheese is my secret for a stable, sliceable filling that won’t ooze out. If you want perfect slices, don’t skip it; it makes a huge difference. Crushing the Oreos finely ensures they distribute evenly but still provide that iconic crunch.(See the next page below to continue…)