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Easter Dirt Cake Dessert

Easter Dirt Cake Dessert

Easter Dirt Cake Dessert is a quick, fun, and creamy treat that layers crushed chocolate cookies, cream cheese, and vanilla pudding topped with playful gummy worms. Ready in under 15 minutes, it offers a delightful texture contrast of creamy and crunchy elements that kids and adults will love, perfect for Easter or any festive occasion.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Chocolate sandwich cookies: finely crushed (about 30 cookies)
  • Cream cheese: 8 oz, softened
  • Powdered sugar: 1 cup
  • Instant vanilla pudding mix: 3.4 oz (about 1 package)
  • Milk: 2 cups, cold
  • Whipped topping (like Cool Whip): 8 oz
  • Gummy worms: 1 cup, for topping

Instructions

  1. Crush the Cookies: Pour chocolate sandwich cookies into a large zip-top bag and crush them finely using a rolling pin or a food processor until they resemble rich, dark dirt.
  2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  3. Make the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk according to package instructions until it thickens into a silky custard.
  4. Combine Fluffy Elements: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, followed by the pudding. Make sure it’s incorporated evenly for silky smooth layering.
  5. Layer Your Dessert: In a large glass dish or individual cups, start with a layer of crushed cookies, then add a generous layer of the creamy pudding mixture. Repeat layers, ending with a thick cookie “dirt” topping.
  6. Decorate with Gummy Worms: Add a handful of gummy worms crawling out of the top layer to give your dessert that classic Easter Dirt Cake Dessert look and whimsical appeal.

Notes

  • Use fresh pudding for best texture instead of pre-made pudding powders.
  • Crush cookies finely to ensure the authentic dirt look and smooth texture.
  • Chill the dessert for at least one hour before serving to help flavors meld and set properly.
  • Layer evenly for a balanced mix of creaminess and crunch in every bite.
  • Place gummy worms half-buried in the cookie crumbs for a playful presentation.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Can be made gluten free or dairy free with substitutions

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Easter dessert, dirt cake, no-bake dessert, pudding dessert, kid-friendly dessert, holiday dessert, layered dessert