Description
This Dirt Cake Cups recipe is a fun and easy no-bake dessert that combines creamy chocolate pudding, rich cream cheese frosting, and crunchy crushed Oreo cookies, topped with playful gummy worms. Perfect for parties, kids’ events, or anytime you want a whimsical and delicious treat in individual servings.
Ingredients
Pudding Mixture
- 3.9 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix (1 box)
- 2 cups whole milk (chilled)
- 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
Cream Cheese Mixture
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (room temperature, ½ stick)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature, 1 brick)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
Other Ingredients
- 16 ounces Oreo cookies (crushed, about 40 cookies)
- 24 gummy worms
Instructions
- Prepare Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and chilled whole milk according to the package directions. Let the pudding set for 5 minutes until it thickens. Then gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until combined.
- Cream Butter and Cheese: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the room temperature unsalted butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and continue to mix until the mixture is light and airy.
- Combine Cream Cheese and Pudding Mixtures: Add the prepared pudding mixture to the cream cheese mixture. Stir thoroughly until everything is fully combined and smooth.
- Fill Piping Bag: Transfer the blended mixture into a large Ziplock bag. Seal the bag and cut off one corner to create a piping tip for easy assembly.
- Assemble Dirt Cups: In individual serving cups, pipe a layer of the cream mixture at the bottom. Follow with a generous sprinkle of crushed Oreo cookies. Pipe another layer of the cream mixture on top, and finish by garnishing with more crushed cookies and gummy worms for decoration.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled dirt cups until cold. Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful, whimsical dessert.
Notes
- Use chilled milk to ensure the pudding sets properly.
- Allow whipped topping and cream cheese to reach room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Crush Oreos in a ziplock bag using a rolling pin or food processor but not too finely to retain texture.
- For a fun variation, try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips in the layers.
- These can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before serving.
