Make a kids or kid-like adults dream come true with these fun dirt cakes.
They are a breeze to make!
Didnt grow up digging into dirt cakes?
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Dirt cakes are a dessert often served in individual cups.
Crumbled Oreos made to resemble dirt are layered between fluffy chocolate pudding.
Gummy worms always go on top.
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They are often served at birthday parties and school events because of their wow factor and convenient single servings.
Plus, they are a no-fuss, no-bake, easy dessert.
Where Did Dirt Cakes Originate?
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Dirt cakes took the concept of layering chocolate cookie crumble and pudding, like a trifle.
It wasfirst seenin the 1980s in the American Midwest, specifically made for kids.
Have Fun!
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I would recommend sticking to the theme of slimy insects and creaturesgummy frogs, spiders, oralligators.
Avoid sour-coated gummies since the flavors clash with the creamy pudding.
Parfait glasses, stemless wine glasses, or dessert cups are perfect.
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If you prefer one large dirt cake, use a clear round bowl or a trifle dish.
They will keep for up to 4 days, but the crumbs will lose their texture and become soft.
Plus, the gummy words will harden in the fridge.
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I would not recommend freezing them.
Keep the Oreo crumbs and gummy worms out of the fridge.
Assemble the dirt cups right before serving.
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Seal it, leaving a small opening for the air to escape.
Use a rolling pin to crush the cookies into gravel-sized crumbs.
you’ve got the option to also do this in a food processorjust pulse it.
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In a medium bowl, whisk the milk and pudding mix until combined and thickened.
Use a rubber spatula to gently fold in the Cool Whip.
Scrape the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture, and mix until smooth and fully combined.
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Add 2 tablespoons Oreo crumbs into the bottom of each cup.
Top with about 1/4 cup pudding.
Repeat until filled, ending with crumbs on top.
Garnish with gummy worms.
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