Dish of Dirt
Delight kids and adults alike with this whimsical "Dish of Dirt" dessert that's as fun to look at as it is delicious to eat! This no-bake treat layers creamy, mousse-like chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies to create the perfect "dirt" effect. Topped with gummy worms and served in mini flowerpots or clear dessert cups, this playful presentation is ideal for Halloween parties, garden-themed events, or a sweet surprise for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring minimal effort, this easy dessert recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings a creative twist to classic ingredients like Oreos and chocolate pudding. Whether you're crafting a family-friendly dessert or looking for a unique idea to wow your guests, this "Dish of Dirt" will have everyone digging in for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 5 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
- 8 ounces whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 10 pieces gummy worms
- 6 pieces mini flowerpot or clear dessert cups
Instructions
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until they resemble fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Prepare the instant chocolate pudding according to the package instructions by whisking the pudding mix with 3 cups of cold milk until thickened.
Once the pudding is set, gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated. This will create a light and airy chocolate mousse-like mixture.
In your mini flowerpots or clear dessert cups, layer the dessert by starting with about 1–2 tablespoons of crushed cookies at the bottom.
Follow with a generous layer of the chocolate pudding mixture, then another layer of crushed cookies, and repeat until the container is filled. Ensure the final layer on top is cookie crumbs to mimic dirt.
Gently push a few gummy worms into the top layer of 'dirt', arranging them to look like they're peeking out.
Refrigerate the filled dessert cups for at least 1 hour to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled, and enjoy the fun and tasty treat with a playful presentation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4040 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 611.4 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 437.3 g | ||
| Protein | 51.0 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1310 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2581 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
