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Dirt Cake Recipe Dessert

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Dirt Cake is a nostalgic dessert that perfectly combines creamy pudding, rich chocolate, and crunchy Oreo crumbs for a delightful treat. With layers that mimic the look of soil, this fun dessert is always a hit at parties and gatherings. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just indulging on a weeknight, this easy-to-make Dirt Cake Recipe will have everyone digging in for more.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 12 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 (3.9 oz) packages instant chocolate pudding mix

Instructions

  1. Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
  2. In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with melted butter until evenly coated.
  3. In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold in whipped topping and then whisk in milk and pudding mix until smooth.
  5. In a trifle dish or large bowl, layer half of the cookie crust followed by half of the filling; repeat layers.
  6. Finish with remaining cookie crumbs on top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12 of the cake (approximately 160g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg