You only need 3 ingredients to make this Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe in minutes. Let the kids help with this easy and delicious dessert. It is a quick no bake dessert for Summer.
Oreo fans will love this icebox cake with Oreos. It is such a quick dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. It only calls for 3 easy ingredients. Anyone can make this easy recipe for the best No Bake Oreo Dessert.
You will not believe how amazing this turns out. It’s a must-try with less than 30 minutes needed prep time. In reality, it’s probably just 15 minutes!
You might also like Peanut Butter Icebox Cake, Red White and Blue Icebox Cake, and Chocolate Icebox Cake.
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Why We Love This Recipe
It is just so simple to make, and the entire family goes crazy over it. You don’t even need a food processor because the Oreos don’t need to be in fine crumbs. The topping is large cookie pieces so very simple.
This easy dessert makes its way into special occasions, weeknight dinners, and much more around here. We all love this 3-ingredient Oreo cake recipe.
What Is An Icebox Cake?
It is a simple layered dessert with cookies, graham crackers, or something similar that includes whipped cream and other yummy ingredients. It requires the refrigerator to set and typically it is an easy recipe.
This Oreo ice box cake does not disappoint. It is one of our favorite icebox cake recipes.
Ingredients
- Oreo Cookies. Regular Oreo Cookies and not double stuff or Oreo Thins work best in this recipe.
- Cool Whip. You can also use Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe.
- Milk. Whole milk will make the mixture richer.
Find the complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.
Variations
- Homemade whipped topping. Instead of store-bought whipped cream, you can use heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar to make homemade. Beat until stiff peaks form.
- Oreo Cookies. You can use double stuff or try other flavors. Golden Oreos, peanut butter, chocolate, lemon, and more would be delicious.
- Topping. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the dessert for more chocolate flavor. Other ideas include chopped nuts, caramel syrup, and chocolate syrup.
- Double the recipe. We love to double the recipe and prepare this in a trifle dish. The layers are so pretty and make an easy yet gorgeous dessert.
- Gluten-free option. Just use gluten-free Oreo cookies in this recipe if you need to make it gluten-free. This is an easy substitute if you have dietary needs.
How to Make Oreo Icebox Cake
Step 1. Dip the cookies in milk.
Step 2. Then place them side by side in a 9X13 pan. Once arranged, top with whipped cream. Make sure to spread it over all the cookies. I use a spatula to eaily do this.
Step 3. Keep making the layer of Oreos. Continue this process 2 more times to use all the cookies and cool whip.
Step 4. Finally, chop up the remaining Oreos. Sprinkle the crushed-up Oreos on top of the cake. Place in the fridge at least 4 hours but overnight is best Then serve.
Storage
Cover the pan with plastic wrap or a lid. Refrigerate until ready to serve. It will last 2 to 3 days.
After that, it will become mushy. You do not want to make this too far in advance.
Recipe Tips
- Chill at least 4 hours. This dessert is best served after it has been refrigerated at least 4 hours. We prefer overnight for best taste as this gives the cookies plenty of time to soak in the whipped cream.
- Freeze to get clean slices. Right before serving, put the dessert in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes and it will be nice and firm. This will make it super easy to cut into nice clean slices for serving.
- Make in advance. This dish is perfect to make in advance. I usually make it a day before I play to serve it. It tastes even better with the softened cookies layered together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, homemade whipped cream can be substituted for store bought. Either option will be delicious in this recipe.
This can be made in advance up to 1 day. You do not want to prepare it too early or it will get very mushy. However, it is best made up to a day in advance to give the cookies time to soften.
Double stuffed Oreos can be used in this recipe if you love all the extra cream. It is a tasty variation to try.
Sure! The 9×13 size works perfectly for this recipe but feel free to try other ideas. You can use a trifle dish to display those gorgeous layers.
We do recommend doubling the recipe if you plan to use a trifle dish.
More Oreo Desserts
With just 3 ingredients, anyone can throw this together without much work at all. We think it is so delicious and sure to be a hit with your family. Give it a try today and come back to leave a comment.
Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 95 Oreo Cookies
- 3 12 oz containers of Cool Whip, thawed at room temperature
- 1 1/2- 2 cups Milk
Instructions
- Dip approximately 30 Oreo Cookes in milk and place them side by side in a 9X13 pan.
- Then spread 1 container of the cool whip over the top of these cookies.
- Continue this process 2 more times in the same pan to use all the cookies and cool whip.
- Chop up the remaining 5 Oreos. Sprinkle the crushed up Oreos on top of the cake.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours but overnight is preferred.
- Slice and enjoy!
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There is no such thing as a12oz container of cool whip It’s either 8 oz or 16 0z so which should I use?
I think the 16 ounces would work great – You can’t have too make cool whip!