Dirt Cake Dessert

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A fun and indulgent dessert resembling a dirt garden, featuring crushed cookies, creamy layers, and a chocolate-like appearance, perfect for kids and parties.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. package Oreo cookies
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 (3 1/2 oz. each) packages instant French vanilla pudding

Instructions

  1. Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat.
  3. Mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter until well combined.
  4. Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch flowerpot or chosen container to form the base.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add the powdered sugar and blend until combined.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk the instant French vanilla pudding with 3 1/2 cups of milk until thickened.
  8. Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  9. Layer the creamy mixture over the cookie crust in the container.
  10. Optional: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

693 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.1g 10% DV
Total Fat 47.3g 61% DV
Carbs 62.7g 23% DV
Fiber 0.9g 3% DV
Sugar 53.9g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 215.3mg 9% DV
Potassium 159.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 103.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 124mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 3.9mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 152.8mg 12% DV
Iron 2mg 11% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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