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Dirt Cake

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Dirt Cake is a fun, no-bake dessert made with layers of crushed chocolate cookies and creamy pudding, often topped with gummy worms for a playful, soil-like appearance.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (15.35 oz) package of Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 (3.9 oz) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 (12 oz) container of whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • Gummy worms (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin until they resemble dirt.
  2. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and milk until thickened.
  4. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  5. Fold in the whipped topping gently.
  6. In a 9×13-inch dish or individual cups, layer the crushed cookies and pudding mixture, starting and ending with the crushed cookies.
  7. Top with gummy worms if desired and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • You can use vanilla pudding instead of chocolate for a lighter version.
  • Try layering in individual cups or jars for easy serving and presentation.
  • This dessert can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg