Oreo Milk Drink Cake (Ice-Cream Style)

Short description

This Oreo milk-drink cake is a no-bake frozen dessert that turns the flavour of a cookies-and-cream milkshake into a sliceable ice-cream cake. A buttery Oreo crust supports a velvety filling made from whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk and crushed Oreos, all frozen until firm for a cool, crowd-pleasing finish.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No oven required: Perfect for hot days or small kitchens.

• Minimal ingredients: Pantry staples—cream, condensed milk and Oreo biscuits—do the heavy lifting.

• Make-ahead friendly: The cake needs an overnight freeze, freeing you from last-minute dessert stress.

• Customisable: Flavour add-ins and toppings are endlessly flexible (see “Variations”).

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 28 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (base)

• 75 g unsalted butter, melted

• 500 ml cold heavy (double) cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 397 g sweetened condensed milk (approx. 14 oz)

• 15 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped (fold-ins)

• Optional garnish: chocolate syrup, whipped cream and extra Oreos

directions

1. Prepare the tin. Line an 8-inch (20 cm) spring-form pan with parchment.

2. Make the crust. Combine the crushed Oreos and melted butter; press firmly into the base. Freeze 10 minutes to firm up.

3. Whip the cream. Beat cold cream to stiff peaks (about 3–4 minutes with an electric mixer).

4. Create the filling. Whisk condensed milk and vanilla together. Gently fold the whipped cream into this mixture, followed by the chopped Oreos.

5. Assemble. Spoon the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top.

6. Freeze. Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until solid.

7. Serve. Run a warm knife around the pan, unmould, decorate as desired and slice with a hot knife.

Servings and timing

• Yield: 8–10 servings (one 8-inch cake)

• Active prep: 20 minutes

• Freeze time: 6–8 hours

• Total time: About 6 hours 20 minutes

Variations

• Mint-chocolate: Swap ½ tsp vanilla for peppermint extract and add 60 g chopped mint-crème cookies.

• Mocha: Dissolve 1 Tbsp instant espresso in the condensed milk before folding in.

• Peanut-butter swirl: Ripple 120 g warmed peanut butter through the surface before freezing.

• Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free sandwich cookies and confirm all mix-ins meet dietary needs.

storage/reheating

Store the cake tightly wrapped in the freezer for up to two months. Slice straight from frozen; if a softer texture is preferred, rest the slice at room temperature for 5 minutes. Do not attempt to reheat; this dessert is intended to be served cold.

FAQs

What size pan should I use?

An 8-inch (20 cm) spring-form tin yields a tall cake that serves 8–10.

Can I substitute whipped topping for fresh cream?

Yes, an equal weight of thawed non-dairy whipped topping works, though the flavour is less rich.

Do I need to remove the Oreo filling before crushing?

No—keep the crème; it helps bind the crust and adds flavour.

How can I prevent icy crystals?

Ensure the cake is well-wrapped and freeze it in the coldest part of the freezer.

Can I make individual portions?

Press the crust into silicone muffin cups, fill and freeze for 3 hours to create mini cakes.

Is condensed milk essential?

Yes; it sweetens and prevents ice crystallisation, giving a creamy texture without churning.

How long will slices keep once cut?

Wrap each slice in parchment, place in a freezer-safe bag and freeze up to two months.

Can I halve the recipe?

Certainly—use a 6-inch (15 cm) pan; freeze time drops to about 4–5 hours.

How do I cut neat slices?

Dip a sharp knife in hot water, wipe dry, then cut; re-warm between slices.

Could I add fruit?

Fold in 120 g chopped strawberries (patted dry) just before spreading the filling, or decorate the top with fresh berries right before serving.

Conclusion

With its crunchy Oreo crust, velvety milk-kissed filling and effortless no-bake method, this Oreo milk-drink cake is an ideal make-ahead dessert for birthdays, barbecues or any celebration that calls for something cool and indulgent. Adjust the flavours to suit your occasion and enjoy the simplicity of a frozen treat that tastes just like an Oreo milkshake—only better, because you can share it by the slice.