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Oreo Dirt Cake Recipe

4.7 from 65 reviews

Oreo Dirt Cake is a no-bake dessert featuring layers of crushed Oreos, a creamy mixture of butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar, combined with instant vanilla pudding and Cool Whip. This easy-to-make treat resembles dirt with Oreo cookie ‘soil’ layers and is perfect for parties or a quick indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

Crushed Oreos

  • 14 ounces Oreos

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar

Pudding Mixture

  • 3 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 large boxes instant vanilla pudding (10.2 ounces total)
  • 12 ounces Cool Whip (1 1/2 small containers)

Instructions

  1. Crush Oreos: Use a food processor to crush the Oreos. Sprinkle half of the crushed Oreos evenly in the bottom of an ungreased 9 x 13 inch pan. Set the remaining crushed Oreos aside for layering on top.
  2. Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: Using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, softened cream cheese, and confectioners sugar until smooth and well combined.
  3. Prepare Pudding: In a large separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and the milk until the mixture thickens according to the pudding package instructions.
  4. Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the Cool Whip into the pudding mixture to create a light and fluffy texture.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Add spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture to the pudding mixture, mixing well to combine all components thoroughly.
  6. Assemble the Dirt Cake: Pour the combined creamy pudding mixture on top of the crushed Oreos in the pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Top with Oreos: Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos over the top of the creamy layer to finish the dirt cake with a crunchy Oreo ‘soil’ topping.

Notes

  • Use softened butter and cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother cream cheese mixture.
  • Let the dessert chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture and flavor.
  • This dessert can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For added fun, you can decorate the top with gummy worms to mimic a dirt and worm effect.
  • Ensure the pudding mix is instant to avoid the need for cooking.

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