Ghosts in the Graveyard
Bring the spooky spirit of Halloween to your table with "Ghosts in the Graveyard," an irresistibly fun and delicious no-bake dessert that's perfect for parties and family gatherings! This layered treat combines creamy, chocolatey pudding and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies to create a "graveyard dirt" base that's as tasty as it is eerie. The ghosts, crafted from dollops of fluffy whipped topping adorned with candy eyeballs, add a playful and haunting twist. To complete the scene, graham cracker "headstones" decorated with spooky phrases and colorful candy pumpkins make this dessert a centerpiece-worthy creation. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, this easy Halloween dessert is a show-stopping combination of festive fun and rich, chocolaty indulgence. Perfect for kids and adults alike, "Ghosts in the Graveyard" will haunt taste buds long after the last bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 packages (3.9 oz each) chocolate instant pudding mix
- 4 cups milk
- 25 cookies chocolate sandwich cookies
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 24 pieces candy eyeballs
- 8 pieces candy pumpkins
- 4 pieces graham cracker rectangles
- 1 package black decorating gel
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chocolate instant pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside to firm up.
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a resealable plastic bag. Use a rolling pin or heavy object to crush the cookies into fine crumbs to resemble dirt.
In a glass trifle dish or shallow 9x13-inch serving dish, layer half of the chocolate pudding on the bottom, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle half of the crushed cookie crumbs over the pudding layer.
Repeat with the remaining pudding and cookie crumbs, creating a layered 'graveyard' effect.
Spoon the whipped topping into a piping bag or plastic bag with the tip cut off. Pipe small dollops of whipped topping onto the cookie crumbs to form ghost shapes.
Place two candy eyeballs on each dollop of whipped topping to complete the ghost look.
Write spooky messages on graham cracker rectangles using black decorating gel to create 'headstones' (e.g., R.I.P., Boo, etc.). Gently press them upright into the cookie crumbs.
Decorate the 'graveyard' with candy pumpkins to add a festive touch.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the layers to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.0 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.6 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 4731 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1479.9 g | 538% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 877.8 g | ||
| Protein | 87.7 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.9 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 1560 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 32.9 mg | 183% | |
| Potassium | 2964 mg | 63% | |
*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.
