Dirt Cups

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
A playful no-bake dessert featuring creamy chocolate pudding, whipped topping, and crunchy cookie crumbs.
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Dirt Cups are a nostalgic, fun-to-make dessert that appeals to both kids and adults. This no-bake treat combines rich instant chocolate pudding with fluffy whipped topping, creating a smooth and indulgent base. The “dirt” is made from crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, adding a satisfying crunchy texture that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling. It’s perfect for potlucks, birthday parties, or as a whimsical after-dinner sweet. The presentation allows for endless creativity; you can top each cup with gummy worms peeking out of the “soil” or plastic flowers for a garden theme. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers maximum flavor and fun with minimal effort.

Dirt Cups

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 880.4

Description

Dirt Cups are a nostalgic, fun-to-make dessert that appeals to both kids and adults. This no-bake treat combines rich instant chocolate pudding with fluffy whipped topping, creating a smooth and indulgent base. The "dirt" is made from crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, adding a satisfying crunchy texture that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for potlucks, birthday parties, or as a whimsical after-dinner sweet. The presentation allows for endless creativity; you can top each cup with gummy worms peeking out of the "soil" or plastic flowers for a garden theme. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers maximum flavor and fun with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk the milk and instant chocolate pudding mix vigorously for 2 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
  2. Let the pudding stand for 5 minutes to finish setting, then gently fold in half of the Cool Whip until combined.
  3. Place the Oreos in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin or heavy utensil until they resemble coarse crumbs.
  4. Fold half of the crushed Oreos into the pudding mixture, leaving some crumbs aside for topping.
  5. Spoon a small amount of the reserved cookie crumbs into the bottom of 8 serving cups or glasses.
  6. Divide the pudding mixture evenly among the cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cookie crumbs over the top of each cup to create the "dirt" layer.
  8. If desired, insert a gummy worm halfway into the crumbs and add a plastic flower for decoration.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to chill.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 880.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 83.2g128%
Saturated Fat 50.9g255%
Cholesterol 233.4mg78%
Sodium 72.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 23.8g8%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 21.0g
Protein 9.6g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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