easter dirt cake
This fun and festive Easter Dirt Cake is a playful dessert that will delight children and adults alike. With layers of creamy chocolate pudding, crushed Oreo cookies, and gummy worms, it resembles a garden bed and is perfect for your Easter celebration.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 1 package (15.35 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 cups milk
- 2 packages (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 12 oz container of whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 bag gummy worms
Instructions
- Start by crushing the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor. Set aside half of the crumbs for topping.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, softened cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Beat together until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk and the instant chocolate pudding mix for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Fold the whipped topping into the chocolate pudding mixture until well combined. Then, gently fold in the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
- In the 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the crushed Oreo cookies on the bottom. Spread half of the pudding mixture over the cookies.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining Oreo crumbs and pudding mixture. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Crumble the remaining Oreo cookies on top to create a 'dirt' effect. Decorate with gummy worms by placing them strategically on the top.
- Refrigerate the Easter Dirt Cake for at least 2 hours before serving, allowing it to set.
Notes
For added decoration, you can include edible flowers or other Easter-themed candies on top.
This cake can be prepared a day in advance, making it a great option for busy holiday gatherings.
Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.