Dirt Pudding Cups

Dirt Pudding Cups – Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups make the perfect spooky Halloween dessert for parties. It’s a delicious treat for kids of all ages. These Halloween Dirt Cups consist of chocolate pudding, Oreo crumbs, Halloween cookie and gummy worms.

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If you’re looking for an easy Halloween dessert recipe, these Oreo Dirt Cups are your answer! This spooky dessert consists of luscious chocolate pudding layers, Oreo crumbs and gummy worms for a creeptastic Halloween treat. It is also perfect for birthday parties or just as a fun snack. Dirt cups are a super easy chocolate pudding dessert that are perfect for parties or anytime you want a delicious kid-friendly dessert.

If you love this fun Halloween dessert, pair it with a creepy Witches Brew Punch.

This post is about how to make Dirt Pudding Cups for Halloween.

Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups

Everyone loves a fun Halloween dessert, and why not to try out these luscious chocolate pudding treats? This is a no-bake dessert that is perfect to serve for a large crowd. Individual cups are filled with luscious chocolate pudding and Oreo crumb layers for a creepy dessert recipe. It is a simple 10-minute recipe that anyone can make. Honestly, this recipe is so versatile – chocolate lovers will obsess over this easy Halloween treat. It is so delicious that adults will enjoy it too.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Perfect for Halloween parties : These individual served pudding cups are so cute and can be made in no time when you need a quick and simple Halloween treat.
• Fun to Assemble : I mean, it is every kid’s dream to put worms in dirt. It is always so fun to assemble these cups.
• Unique Flavor & Texture Profile : The creamy pudding, crunchy cookies, and gummy worms create such a fun texture and flavor profile. They all go so well together!
• Quick and Easy Recipe : You only need 10 minutes and simple ingredients to make this luscious Halloween treat. So convenient for large events.
• Individual cups make it easy to serve at a party.

What is dirt pudding made of?

Dirt pudding is usually made of instant pudding mix (chocolate or vanilla), Oreo cookie crumbs, milk, and Cool Whip or whipped topping. Then it’s topped with gummy worms, more Oreo cookies, some fun Halloween edibles, such as googly eyes, candy corn, etc. You can customize it with your favorite toppings and make it look more creepy with some edible headstone toppers.

INGREDIENTS NOTES

If you love simple no-bake recipes like me, you’re going to enjoy this stress-free few-ingredient Halloween dessert. Here’s how it goes –

Oreo Cookies

Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix

Milk

Cool Whip

Chocolate Sprinkles

Toppings  – Gummy worms, Halloween cookies, candy eyes, other candies such as candy corn candy & M&M’s

HOW TO MAKE DIRT PUDDING CUPS

Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until they are finely ground.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Refrigerate for 5-10 minutes.

Fold in the Cool Whip to the pudding mixture until well combined.

To assemble the Dirt Pudding Cups, spoon a layer of the crushed Oreo cookies into the bottom of each cup, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. 

Spoon another layer of Oreo cookies and another layer of the pudding mixture.

Top each cup with a generous sprinkle of the chocolate sprinkles to create a “dirt” layer.

To make the monster cookies, press two candy eyes onto each cookie, using a small amount of frosting ( or melted chocolate if you have, to hold them in place). Here you can use any toppings and candies you prefer. 

Gently press the monster cookies and a few additional gummy worms into the top of the pudding cups, so that they are partially buried in the “dirt.”

Refrigerate the Dirt Pudding Cups for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the pudding to set.

TIPS & SUGGESTIONS

• For a more festive presentation, you can serve the Dirt Pudding Cups in small plastic cups or terracotta pots, which will give the appearance of small flower pots.
• You can use other types of cookies instead of Oreos, such as graham crackers or chocolate chip cookies.
• For a healthier option, you can use vanilla Greek yogurt instead of Cool Whip.
• If you don’t have candy eyes, you can use mini marshmallows or chocolate chips as a substitute.
• Instead of chocolate pudding mix, you can use vanilla or butterscotch pudding mix for a different flavor.
• Instead of Cool Whip, you can use whipped cream or make your own whipped cream by whipping heavy cream and sugar together.

RECIPE FAQ’S

How Long Are They Good For?

These pudding cups are good for up to 2-3 days. You just need to cover up them tightly with plastic wrap or aluminium foil and place them in the fridge. Cookie crumbs may soften the longer they sit in the refrigerator and gummy worms will harden. If you really need to make them ahead, you can make the chocolate pudding mix and prepare Oreo crumbs and gummy worms, and whip everything together right before serving.

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Dirt Pudding Cups

Dirt Pudding Cups - Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups make the perfect spooky Halloween dessert for parties. It's a delicious treat for kids of all ages. These Halloween Dirt Cups consist of chocolate pudding, Oreo crumbs, Halloween cookie and gummy worms.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 14

Equipment

• cups for assembling
• mixing bowls

Ingredients

  

• 2 packages Oreo cookies (approx. 14.3oz each)
• 3.9 oz package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 2 cups cold milk
• 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed (1 container)
• 1/2 cup chocolate sprinkles
• toppings - Halloween cookies, gummy worms, M&M's, candy corn, etc.

Instructions

 

• Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until they are finely ground.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Refrigerate for 5-10 minutes.
• Fold in the Cool Whip to the pudding mixture until well combined.
• To assemble the Dirt Pudding Cups, spoon a layer of the crushed Oreo cookies into the bottom of each cup, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. 
• Spoon another layer of Oreo cookies and another layer of the pudding mixture.
• Top each cup with a generous sprinkle of the chocolate sprinkles to create a "dirt" layer.
• To make the monster cookies, press two candy eyes onto each cookie, using a small amount of frosting ( or melted chocolate if you have, to hold them in place). Here you can use any toppings and candies you prefer. 
• Gently press the monster cookies and a few additional gummy worms into the top of the pudding cups, so that they are partially buried in the "dirt."
• Refrigerate the Dirt Pudding Cups for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the pudding to set.

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