Ingredients
- Oreo cookies, crushed with filling removed: 36 cookies
- Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Powdered sugar: 3 cups
- Milk: 2 cups
- Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix: 2 (3.4 ounce) boxes
- Cool Whip, thawed: 1 (8 ounce) container
- Gummy worms: 1 package
Instructions
- Step 1: Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or zip-top bag until they resemble dirt. Set aside a few tablespoons for topping.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until well combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and instant pudding mix until smooth. Let it stand for 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Step 4: Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Then, gently fold in the Cool Whip.
- Step 5: In a large bowl or trifle dish, layer a third of the crushed Oreo cookies, then a third of the cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice.
- Step 6: Top with the remaining crushed Oreo cookies and garnish with gummy worms to resemble worms crawling out of the dirt. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- To keep your dirt cake fresh and delicious, store it covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Since this dessert is served cold, there's no need to reheat it; just grab a spoonful straight from the fridge!
- Serve your Easter Dirt Cake in individual clear cups for a cute and festive presentation that's easy to handle.
- For a richer flavor, let the cream cheese and butter come to true room temperature; this will make the creaming process smoother and result in a more decadent filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American