Description
Dirt cake surprises taste buds with layers of creamy pudding and crushed cookies mimicking earthy textures. Crumbly cookie “dirt” and luscious cream create a playful dessert perfect for chocolate lovers and adventurous palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 packages (90 g / 3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups (480 ml) milk
- 1 container (225 g / 8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1 package (225 g / 8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb and Garnish:
- 300 g (10 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- Gummy worms (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Pulverize Oreo cookies into ultrafine crumbs using a food processor or manual crushing technique with a rolling pin. Divide crumbs into two equal portions: one for the base layer and another for the decorative topping.
- Create a luxurious cream mixture by whipping softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until achieving a silky smooth consistency. Gradually incorporate vanilla pudding mix and milk, whisking until the texture thickens substantially.
- Gently fold whipped topping into the cream mixture, ensuring a light and airy texture without deflating the mixture’s volume.
- Construct dessert layers in a transparent serving vessel by evenly distributing the first layer of cookie crumbs across the bottom surface. Carefully spread half of the cream mixture over the crumb foundation.
- Repeat layering process by adding another cookie crumb section followed by remaining cream mixture, creating a visually appealing stratified dessert.
- Generously dust the final layer with reserved cookie crumbs, mimicking rich soil-like texture. Strategically place gummy worms across the surface for whimsical presentation.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert for a minimum of four hours, preferably overnight, allowing flavors to harmonize and structural integrity to develop. This chilling period ensures optimal taste and consistent texture when serving.
Notes
- Crush Oreos thoroughly for a fine, even texture that mimics smooth dirt, ensuring no large cookie chunks disrupt the dessert’s visual appeal.
- Soften cream cheese and butter at room temperature to create a silky, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly with pudding mix.
- Use instant vanilla pudding mix for quick preparation and consistent flavor, avoiding homemade puddings that might alter the texture.
- Opt for sugar-free or low-fat ingredients to make a lighter version suitable for health-conscious dessert lovers without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg