The Best Oreo Dirt Cake Recipe (Dirt Pudding)

This Oreo Dirt Cake, also known as Oreo Dirt Pudding, is a delicious and kid-friendly no-bake dessert that’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or any occasion. Layered with crushed Oreos and a creamy french vanilla pudding mixture, this dessert is a delightful treat that both children and adults will enjoy. For a whimsical touch, you can even add gummy worms!

Ingredients:

• 3½ cups whole milk
• 2 (3.4 oz) packages Jello instant French vanilla pudding
• 1 package Oreo cookies, divided
• ½ cup butter, room temperature
• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 8 oz cool whip, thawed in the refrigerator
• Gummy worms (optional)

Instructions:

Crush the Oreos:

1. Remove 8 Oreos from the package and cut them into small ¼-inch pieces. Set aside.
2. Place the remaining Oreos in a food processor fitted with an “S” blade and process until they resemble coarse crumbs. Alternatively, crush the Oreos with a rolling pin. Set aside.

Make the pudding:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole milk and instant French vanilla pudding. Set it aside in the refrigerator to solidify.
2. In the bowl of a standing mixer or a large bowl with a hand-held mixer, cream together the butter and cream cheese until well combined and smooth (about 30-60 seconds).
3. Add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
4. Once the pudding has set, add it to the butter/cream cheese mixture and beat on low speed until combined.
5. Fold in the cool whip until the mixture is homogenous and uniform throughout.

Assemble:

1. In a trifle dish or serving dish, start by pouring 2 cups of the pudding mixture into the bottom and spread it evenly.
2. Sprinkle ½ cup of the cookie crumbs and ¼ cup of the chopped cookies evenly over the pudding.
3. Repeat the layers using 2 cups of pudding and ½ cup of cookie crumbs and ¼ cup of chopped cookies for each layer.
4. Optional: Add gummy worms to each layer as desired, or only add some to the top.
5. Ensure that the final layer on top is cookie crumbs.
6. Refrigerate the dirt cake overnight before serving.

Notes:

• For the milk, 2% or whole milk is recommended.
• Use Jello Instant French Vanilla Pudding & Pie Filling for the best results.
• Double stuffed Oreos or any variety work well for this recipe.
• You can use either salted or unsalted butter.
• Any variety of Cool Whip works great, or you can make your own homemade whipped cream.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or freeze it in an airtight container for up to 1 month (thaw slowly in the refrigerator).

Enjoy this delightful Oreo Dirt Cake, and watch it disappear at your next gathering or celebration!