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Easter Dirt Cake Dessert

Easter Dirt Cake Dessert
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Easter Dirt Cake Dessert is a fun, creamy, and crunchy no-bake treat featuring layers of smooth pudding, crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, and colorful Easter-themed candies. Perfect for spring celebrations, this easy-to-make, kid-friendly dessert delivers rich textures and sweet flavors in a visually stunning presentation that captures the joy of the season.

Ingredients

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Dessert Base

  • 24 chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix (or chocolate or mint flavor as desired)
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip, kept cold)

Toppings and Mix-ins

  • Gummy candies (gummy worms, pastel candy eggs, or Easter-themed shapes)
  • Optional add-ins: mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or crushed nuts
  • Optional variations: fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries; peanut butter; grated carrots with cinnamon and chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Creamy Filling: Whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  2. Crush the Cookies: Place chocolate sandwich cookies in a zip-top bag and crush using a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor until fine crumbs form, resembling dark “dirt,” leaving some slightly larger chunks for texture.
  3. Assemble the Layers: In a clear glass dish or individual cups, start with a layer of cookie crumbs, then spoon over the creamy pudding mixture. Repeat layering until you finish, ending with a final topping of cookie crumbs.
  4. Decorate with Candy: Add gummy worms, Easter eggs, or pastel-colored candies on top to create a playful garden look perfect for the season.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the dessert for at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use cold milk and whipped topping for the best pudding texture.
  • Crush cookies evenly, leaving some larger crumbs for texture contrast.
  • Fold whipped topping gently into cream cheese to preserve fluffiness.
  • Use clear serving dishes to showcase the dessert’s distinct layers.
  • Chill thoroughly before serving to intensify flavors and improve texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Freezing is not recommended; if frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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