Oreo Dirt Pudding is a classic childhood recipe! A creamy blend of pudding, powdered sugar, and whipped topping is layered with crushed Oreos and gummy worms for a playful touch. This no-bake dessert is fun, simple, and ALWAYS a crowd-pleaser!
Oreo dirt pudding has been around since I was a kid, and I've loved it since! If you think about it, what's not to like about this dessert?
If you love Oreo's you've got to try my Deep Fried Oreos! Yes, that's a thing.
You've got a layer of crunchy, chocolatey Oreos on the bottom, then a layer of creamy French vanilla pudding mixed with cream cheese and whipped topping, another layer of crushed Oreos, and finally (my favorite) the gummy worms!
Now that I'm a busy mom, another aspect of this dessert that I like is how easy it is to make with kids AND that I can make it ahead of time!
We can make this dirt cake the day before and pop it into the fridge so I have more time on party day to make delicious, day-of, appetizers like this easy Stromboli or Jersey disco fries!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's a no-bake dessert
- This recipe only needs 6 main ingredients
- It's a very simple, and easy recipe to follow
- You can make it with your kids, or if they're old enough, they can make it themselves!
- This Oreo dirt pudding can be made gluten free if needed
- You can make this a day ahead and save time on party day
Ingredients Needed To Make Oreo Dirt Pudding
*full ingredients list and measurements can be found in recipe card below*
- Oreos: I usually use single stuff Oreos, but double stuff will also work. You can also use gluten free Oreos if needed
- Pudding mix: Use Jello French Vanilla Pudding Mix!! I promise you that it gives the best flavor! If you can't find it, regular vanilla will work or you could use chocolate pudding if that's more up your alley.
- Milk: For this, use 2% or whole milk, they give it a nice richness.
- Cream cheese: You really want to use full-fat cream cheese in this dirt pudding. This is not the time for a low-fat substitute.
- Powdered sugar: You definitely want to use powdered sugar over granulated sugar because it blends right into the mixture and won't have a grainy texture.
- Whipped Topping: Cool-Whip Extra Creamy is the best you can use, regular will also work, but as I said before about the cream cheese- "Go big or go home."
- Gummy worms: These are optional, but not at the same time. You really can't have dirt cake without gummy worms!
How To Make Dirt Pudding
Step One: Crush the Oreos
Place Oreos into a Ziploc bag and press the air out of it. Use a rolling pin to crush the cookies until you're left with fine crumbs.
Step Two: Start the filling
In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth.
Step Three: Make the pudding
In a large sized mixing bowl, stir together the milk and pudding mix until well combined. Place the bowl into the fridge to thicken for 2-4 minutes.
📝 Save this recipe for later!
Let us email it to you, so you can come back to it later!
Step Four: Finish the filling
Take the pudding out of the fridge and fold the cream cheese mixture into it. Once fully mixed in, add the whipped topping and gently fold it in until smooth.
Step Five: Layer the dirt pudding
To a 9x13 inch baking dish sprinkle half of the crushed Oreos on the bottom. Next, add the entire pudding mixture on top of that and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos on top and finish with a few gummy worms.
Step Six: Chill and serve
Place the entire dish of Oreo dirt pudding into the fridge and allow it to chill for at least 3 hours or up to overnight. After it has chilled completely, serve and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
- Casserole dish: For my dirt pudding, you can use a 9x13 inch casserole dish. I prefer glass so you can see the layers.
- Glass trifle dish: If you want to see more layers, I highly suggest making this in a glass trifle dish! It's a pretty presentation and would make a great centerpiece for a kid's birthday party!
- Small Mason jars: Use small Mason jars to make individual servings of dirt pudding!
- Small Plastic Cups:
- Plastic bucket: You can really get into the "dirt" theme by making this pudding in a plastic bucket, and serve with a sand shovel for extra credit!
How To Store Leftover Dirt Pudding
STORING: You can cover the top of the casserole dish tightly with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for 3-5 days. Or, you can scoop leftovers into an airtight container if you prefer.
FREEZING: Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Let it thaw slowly in the fridge overnight for the best texture and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's called "dirt pudding" because the crushed Oreos make this dessert look like dirt! You can add gummy worms, flowers, or even chocolate covered strawberries that look like carrots to make a cute garden scene.
The pudding base is a combination of pudding mix, milk, powdered sugar and cream cheese that has Cool-Whip folded into it. The Oreo layer is just crushed Oreos (though some recipes add butter), and then gummy worms are added on top for a playful touch!
Yes, they are the same thing.
Related Recipes
📖 Recipe
Oreo Dirt Pudding
Equipment
- 1 Trifle dish or glass baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 14 ounce Packages of Oreos (Single Stuffed)
- 3 ½ cups milk
- 2 3.4 ounce Packages of French vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 16 ounces Whipped topping (thawed)
- Gummy worms (optional, for topping)
📝 Save this recipe for later!
Let us email it to you, so you can come back to it later!
Instructions
- Place Oreos into a large Ziploc bag, press out the air, and seal. Use a rolling pin or meat mallet to crush them into crumbs and set aside
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth, then set aside for now
- In another large mixing bowl, whisk together milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Set aside for a few minutes or until mixture thickens.
- Take the pudding out of the fridge and gently fold the cream cheese mixture into it with a rubber spatula. Once combined, fold the whipped topping in as well.
- *If using trifle: Sprinkle a little less than half of the crushed Oreos onto the bottom of a trifle dish. Add half of the whipped mixture neatly. Add more crushed Oreos to your trifle, reserving some for the top. Add the rest of the topping. Finish with reserved Oreos and gummy worms. (See photo above!)*If using 9x13 casserole: (Note! You will have leftovers!) Add the crushed oreos halfway up the casserole dish reserving some Oreos for the top. Add the whipped topping until it reaches the top. Finished with reserved Oreos and gummy worms.
- If there are any leftovers, layer them in mini cups and serve with spoons!
Recipe Notes
What To Serve Dirt Pudding In
- Casserole dish: Most of us have a 9x13 inch casserole dish. I prefer glass so you can see the layers! Note* If you use this, you will have more leftover.
- Glass trifle dish: If you want pretty layers like in the photos here, make this in a glass trifle dish! It's a pretty presentation and would make a great centerpiece.
- Small Mason jars: Use small Mason jars to make individual servings of dirt pudding!
- Small Plastic Cups: These are inexpensive and great for individual servings.
- Plastic bucket: You can really get into the "dirt" theme by making this pudding in a plastic bucket, and serve with a sand shovel for extra credit!
Comments
No Comments