Heavenly Dirt
Prepare to fall in love with "Heavenly Dirt," a no-bake dessert that combines indulgence and simplicity in every bite. Layers of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies are paired with a luscious cream cheese and chocolate pudding mixture, brought together with a hint of vanilla and a cloud-like whipped topping. This crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for any occasion, delivering a creamy, chocolatey treat that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, "Heavenly Dirt" is the ultimate make-ahead dessert that will wow your guests while keeping things stress-free. Whether served in a trifle dish or a simple pan, this irresistible take on a classic dirt dessert is guaranteed to be the star of your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3.9 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3.5 cups milk
- 12 ounces frozen whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. Set aside. If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until smooth.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, prepare the instant chocolate pudding by whisking the pudding mix with the milk for about 2 minutes, until it thickens. Let sit for 5 minutes to fully set.
Fold half of the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
Gently fold the prepared pudding into the cream cheese mixture, creating a smooth, creamy filling.
In a serving dish (such as a trifle dish or 9x13-inch pan), layer one-third of the cookie crumbs on the bottom.
Spread half of the pudding mixture over the cookie crumbs to create an even layer.
Repeat the layering process: one-third of the cookie crumbs, the remaining pudding mixture, and finish with the last third of the cookie crumbs on top as a garnish.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld and the dessert set.
Serve chilled, and enjoy the creamy, chocolatey delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.5 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.6 g | 543% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 3648 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 549.8 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 432.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 1396 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2124 mg | 45% | |
*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.
