Description
Dirt Cake Casserole is a delightful, nostalgic dessert that combines creamy chocolate pudding, fluffy Cool Whip, and crunchy Oreo crumbles—all layered to perfection. This fun treat is not just for kids; it’s a crowd-pleaser for adults too! Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make dessert will transport you back to carefree childhood days filled with laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.9 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip
- 15 Oreo cookies (crushed)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and whole milk until smooth. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
- Crush the Oreos into fine crumbs and mix them with melted butter until well combined.
- In a large serving dish, layer half of the crushed Oreos at the bottom. Top with half of the pudding mixture and half of the Cool Whip.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining Oreo crumbs, pudding mixture, and Cool Whip for an attractive presentation.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 122g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Swap gummy worms for other candies like chocolate bugs or fruit snacks for added fun. Ensure cookies are finely crushed for even layering.