Introduction

Dirt Cups are a fun and delicious dessert that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Combining creamy chocolate pudding with crushed cookies and gummy worms, this treat looks like a cup of dirt but tastes like a sweet delight.

The dessert is in a clear plastic cup showing three layers: the bottom and middle layers are dark and crumbly crushed cookies that look soft and uneven, while the two layers in between are a smooth light brown mousse. The top layer of crushed cookies is sprinkled with colorful gummy worms in red, green, blue, and yellow, some partly buried in the crumbs. The cup sits on a white marbled surface with scattered cookie crumbs, whole cookies, and more gummy worms around it. The background is softly blurred, focusing tightly on the cup, creating a bright and inviting look. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

16 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
4 cups cold milk
Two 3.4 ounce boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
One 8 ounce tub whipped topping (thawed)
24 gummy worms

Instructions

Step 1: Place the cookies in a large resealable baggie and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor. Set aside.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cold milk together with the instant chocolate pudding mix until smooth. Let it set for 5 minutes to thicken.
Step 3: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until fully combined.
Step 4: Spoon about 1/3 cup of the pudding mixture into each of 8 plastic cups.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1 heaping tablespoon of crushed cookies on top of the pudding layer.
Step 6: Add a second layer of pudding mixture followed by another layer of crushed cookies, filling each cup.
Step 7: Decorate the top with gummy worms to complete the look.

Tips & Variations

For extra texture, mix some cookie chunks into the pudding before layering.
Use vanilla or mint pudding for a fun twist on the classic flavor.
Try different gummy candies to match a party theme or preferred flavors.

Storage

Store Dirt Cups covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best freshness. Avoid leaving them out at room temperature for extended periods. To serve, let them sit a few minutes at room temperature for a softer texture.

How to Serve

The dessert is shown in a clear round glass cup with three visible layers; the bottom layer is a creamy light brown base, the middle layer is thick crushed dark brown cookies that look like dirt, and the top layer is more cookie crumbs with four colorful gummy worms placed on top, each with a mix of bright colors like red, yellow, green, blue, and purple, positioned to look like they are crawling out of the cookie crumbs. The cup is set on a white marbled surface with additional gummy worms and some whole cookies scattered around. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make Dirt Cups ahead of time?

Yes, assembling Dirt Cups a few hours or even the day before helps the flavors meld. Keep them tightly covered and refrigerated until serving.

Can I use homemade pudding instead of instant mix?

Absolutely. Homemade chocolate pudding works well and adds a richer taste, but be sure it’s fully chilled before folding in the whipped topping.

Dirt Cups Recipe

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Author: Harry
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x

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Description

Dirt Cups are a fun and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy chocolate pudding, crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, and gummy worms for a playful ‘dirt and worms’ effect, perfect for kids’ parties or a whimsical treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Cookies

16 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)

Pudding Mixture

4 cups cold milk
Two 3.4 ounce boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
One 8 ounce tub whipped topping (thawed)

Decoration

24 gummy worms

Instructions

Crush the cookies: Place the cookies in a large resealable bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into fine crumbs. Alternatively, you can use a food processor. Set the cookie crumbs aside for layering.
Prepare the pudding: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold milk and the two boxes of instant chocolate pudding mix. Whisk until smooth. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to thicken properly.
Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the chocolate pudding until it is well incorporated and creamy.
Layer the dessert: Fill each of 8 plastic cups with about 1/3 cup of the pudding mixture as the first layer.
Add cookie crumb layer: Sprinkle a heaping tablespoon of crushed Oreos over the pudding layer in each cup.
Repeat layers: Add the remaining pudding mixture as a second layer followed by another sprinkling of the remaining crushed Oreos.
Decorate with gummy worms: Place 2-3 gummy worms on top of each cup to mimic worms in dirt, enhancing the fun presentation.

Notes

You can crush the cookies using a food processor for quicker results.
Make sure the whipped topping is fully thawed to blend smoothly into the pudding.
Use clear plastic cups to showcase the layered ‘dirt’ effect visually.
For a dairy-free version, substitute pudding mix and whipped topping with plant-based alternatives.
Chill the dirt cups in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to improve texture and flavor melding.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Dirt cups, Chocolate pudding dessert, Kids dessert, No-bake dessert, Oreo pudding cups, Easy chocolate treat

Dirt Cups Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

Instructions

Tips & Variations

Storage

How to Serve