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Dirt Cake with Gummy Worms

This dessert features layers of crushed Oreo cookies mixed with butter to resemble dirt, topped with creamy pudding and whipped topping, and decorated with squirming gummy worms. The final appearance mimics a muddy garden bed, with a moist, crumbly texture and playful, edible
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 24 cookies Oreo cookies for the crust and topping
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3.5 oz instant chocolate pudding mix for the pudding layer
  • 2 cups cold milk for pudding
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream for whipped topping
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for whipped cream
  • 10 gummy worms gummy worms for decoration and atmosphere

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Food processor or zip-top bag and rolling pin
  • 9x13 inch baking dish or similar
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed, resembling dirt. Alternatively, put them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
  2. Mix melted butter into the crushed Oreos until well combined. This mixture will form the base layer that resembles muddy earth.
  3. Press the Oreo mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish to create a crust. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to smooth it out.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until the pudding begins to thicken and is smooth. Let it sit for a few minutes to fully set.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and sugar together with a whisk or mixer until soft peaks form and the mixture is fluffy.
  6. Fold the whipped cream gently into the thickened pudding until fully combined, creating a light and creamy layer.
  7. Spread the pudding and whipped topping mixture evenly over the Oreo crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Decorate the top with gummy worms, tucking some into the dirt layer and letting a few crawl out for a fun, spooky effect.
  9. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the layers set firmly.
  10. Before serving, optionally add more gummy worms on top for extra whimsy, and serve chilled for a fun, messy, and spooky dessert.

Notes

For an extra gross effect, add a few crushed cookies or edible dirt topping on the gummy worms. Keep refrigerated and serve within 24 hours for best texture.