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Classic No-Bake Oreo Dirt Cake with Gummy Worms

A generous slice of no-bake dirt cake featuring layers of chocolate crumbs, white cream, and colorful gummy worms.
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Make this easy, creamy Oreo dirt cake, a fun no-bake dessert perfect for parties or a nostalgic treat. You layer crushed chocolate cookies, rich pudding, and cream cheese filling, topping it with gummy worms for a fun presentation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.3 ounces) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 container (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed (or 3 cups homemade whipped cream)
  • 2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 package (5 ounces) gummy worms

Instructions

  1. Place all chocolate sandwich cookies into a large zip-top bag. Crush them finely using a rolling pin until they resemble dirt. Set aside about 1 cup of crumbs for the topping.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until fully combined.
  3. Fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is uniform and fluffy. This is your creamy layer.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until the mixture thickens. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the thickened pudding into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. If making individual dirt cups, spoon the mixture into small clear cups. If making a casserole style, spread the mixture into a 9×13 inch dish.
  7. Layer the remaining crushed cookie crumbs over the top of the pudding mixture to create the ‘dirt’ layer.
  8. Chill the dirt cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
  9. Before serving, press the gummy worms into the top layer of crumbs so they look like they are crawling out of the dirt.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use instant pudding mixes; cook-and-serve pudding will not set correctly for this recipe.
  • You can substitute vanilla pudding for a lighter flavor, but chocolate pudding is traditional for this easy pudding dessert.
  • If you are preparing this as a make ahead dessert, add the gummy worms just before serving so they do not dry out.
  • This recipe works well as a casserole dessert or as individual dirt cups.

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