Dirt Dessert 3 Ways

Dirt Dessert is a fun and tasty treat that everyone loves! This recipe is great for kids’ parties, family gatherings, or just a sweet night in at home. You can make it in different ways, and each version is delicious and full of surprises. With creamy layers and crunchy cookies, it’s a dessert that will make you smile!

Why Make This Recipe

Dirt Dessert is not only simple to make but also a hit among kids and adults alike. It’s a great way to get creative in the kitchen, plus you can personalize it with your favorite toppings like gummy worms and flowers. Making this dessert is a fun activity to do together with family or friends, and the results are always rewarding.

How to Make Dirt Dessert 3 Ways

Ingredients:

• 40 Oreo sandwich cookies
• 6 tbsp salted butter (for Dirt Pie)
• 8 oz cream cheese (for Dirt Pie)
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for Dirt Pie)
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk (for Dirt Pie)
• 3.9 oz chocolate pudding mix (for Dirt Pie)
• 8 oz whipped topping (for Dirt Pie)
• 24 gummy worms (for Dirt Pie)
• 1/4 cup butter (for Dirt Cups)
• 4.2 oz Oreo pudding (for Dirt Cups)
• 2 cups milk (for Dirt Cups)
• 4 oz cream cheese (for Dirt Cups)
• 1 1/2 cups cool whip (for Dirt Cups)
• 30 Oreo cookies (for Dirt Cups)
• Gummy worms (for garnish)
• Royal icing flowers (for decoration)
• 6.8 oz instant vanilla pudding (for Dirt Cake)
• 3 cups cold milk (for Dirt Cake)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for Dirt Cake)
• 8 oz pkg cream cheese (for Dirt Cake)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for Dirt Cake)
• 19.1 oz Oreo cookies (for Dirt Cake)
• 8 oz whipped topping (for Dirt Cake)
• 1 cup gummy worms (for Dirt Cake)

Directions:

For Dirt Pie: Start by crushing 40 Oreo cookies and mix them with 6 tablespoons of melted butter to make a crust. In a bowl, blend 8 ounces of cream cheese with 3/4 cup of powdered sugar. Then, mix in 1 1/2 cups of whole milk and 3.9 ounces of chocolate pudding mix. Fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping, then layer this mixture in the crust. Top it with 24 gummy worms.

For Dirt Cups: In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup of butter with 4.2 ounces of Oreo pudding and 2 cups of milk. Add 4 ounces of cream cheese and fold in 1 1/2 cups of cool whip. Layer this mixture with crushed Oreo cookies in cups, and top with gummy worms and royal icing flowers.

For Dirt Cake: Mix 6.8 ounces of instant vanilla pudding with 3 cups of cold milk until thick. Next, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar. Layer these together with 19.1 ounces of Oreo cookies and 8 ounces of whipped topping. Finally, add gummy worms on top to finish!

How to Serve Dirt Dessert

Dirt Dessert can be served in individual cups or as a whole cake. If you’re making the pie, slice it into pieces and serve on plates. For extra fun, you can top each serving with some gummy worms!

How to Store Dirt Dessert

Store the Dirt Dessert in the refrigerator. Cover it with plastic wrap or keep it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It’s best enjoyed within three days, but it can last up to a week if properly stored.

Tips to Make Dirt Dessert

1. Crush Evenly: Make sure to crush your Oreos well for a smooth crust.
2. Chill: Chill your dessert for at least an hour before serving to help it set.
3. Personalize Your Toppings: Feel free to add other fun toppings like chocolate chips or different candies.

Variation

You can switch up the flavors! Try using other pudding flavors like butterscotch or strawberry for a different taste. You can also use different types of cookies instead of Oreos for a unique dessert.

FAQs

Q1: Can I use low-fat or dairy-free options?
A1: Yes! You can use low-fat cream cheese, milk, and whipped topping, or even dairy-free alternatives.

Q2: How long does it take to make Dirt Dessert?
A2: The preparation usually takes about 30 minutes, and then you should chill it for at least an hour.

Q3: Can I make Dirt Dessert ahead of time?
A3: Absolutely! You can make it a day in advance and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

With these easy recipes for Dirt Dessert, you can enjoy a delicious treat that’s fun to make and even more fun to eat! Give it a try and enjoy your time in the kitchen!

Dirt Dessert

Dirt Dessert is a fun, delicious treat with creamy layers and crunchy cookies, perfect for parties and family gatherings.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Dirt Pie

• 40 cookies 40 Oreo sandwich cookies For the crust
• 6 tbsp 6 tbsp salted butter Melted, for crust
• 8 oz 8 oz cream cheese For filling
• 3/4 cup 3/4 cup powdered sugar For filling
• 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups whole milk For filling
• 3.9 oz 3.9 oz chocolate pudding mix For filling
• 8 oz 8 oz whipped topping For filling
• 24 pieces 24 gummy worms For topping

For the Dirt Cups

• 1/4 cup 1/4 cup butter For filling
• 4.2 oz 4.2 oz Oreo pudding For filling
• 2 cups 2 cups milk For filling
• 4 oz 4 oz cream cheese For filling
• 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups cool whip For filling
• 30 cookies 30 Oreo cookies For layering
• as needed Gummy worms For garnish
• as needed Royal icing flowers For decoration

For the Dirt Cake

• 6.8 oz 6.8 oz instant vanilla pudding For filling
• 3 cups 3 cups cold milk For filling
• 1/2 cup 1/2 cup unsalted butter For filling
• 8 oz 8 oz pkg cream cheese For filling
• 1/2 cup 1/2 cup powdered sugar For filling
• 19.1 oz 19.1 oz Oreo cookies For layering
• 8 oz 8 oz whipped topping For topping
• 1 cup 1 cup gummy worms For topping

Instructions

 

For Dirt Pie

• Start by crushing 40 Oreo cookies and mix them with 6 tablespoons of melted butter to make a crust.
• In a bowl, blend 8 ounces of cream cheese with 3/4 cup of powdered sugar.
• Then, mix in 1 1/2 cups of whole milk and 3.9 ounces of chocolate pudding mix.
• Fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping, then layer this mixture in the crust.
• Top it with 24 gummy worms.

For Dirt Cups

• In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup of butter with 4.2 ounces of Oreo pudding and 2 cups of milk.
• Add 4 ounces of cream cheese and fold in 1 1/2 cups of cool whip.
• Layer this mixture with crushed Oreo cookies in cups, and top with gummy worms and royal icing flowers.

For Dirt Cake

• Mix 6.8 ounces of instant vanilla pudding with 3 cups of cold milk until thick.
• Next, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.
• Layer these together with 19.1 ounces of Oreo cookies and 8 ounces of whipped topping.
• Finally, add gummy worms on top to finish!

Notes

Store the Dirt Dessert in the refrigerator. Cover it with plastic wrap or keep it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It’s best enjoyed within three days, but it can last up to a week if properly stored. Chill your dessert for at least an hour before serving to help it set.

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