Best Dirt Cups Recipe (2024)

Kids will go crazy over this Easy Dirt Cups Recipe. Layers of pudding and Oreo cookies topped with gummy worms make a fun treat or dessert.

This is a very simple no bake dessert recipe but kids absolutely love it. The layers are gorgeous in a clear cup, and we love to serve this at birthday parties for a fun individual dessert.

If you love Oreo Dirt Cake Recipe, try this version. We also make Halloween Graveyard Dirt Cups and Easter Dirt Cups.

The kids seriously go crazy over it but the adults like them too. They are so delicious.

I love recipes that are quick and easy but tasty. Have the kids help make these dirt cups for a fun dessert and festive summertime treat.

What’s In a Dirt Cup?

Layers of chocolate pudding and whipped cream, crushed oreo cookies and really fun gummy worms all go into a dirt cup. You will understand why my kids love these.

Ingredients

• Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
• Milk
• Whipped Topping, thawed
• Toppings: Oreo cookies, crushed and Gummy worms

Find the complete ingredient list for these dirt cups in the recipe card.

Variations and Substitutions

• Golden Oreos. Feel free to swap the classic Oreo cookies for Golden Oreos.
• Vanilla Pudding. Try using vanilla instant pudding instead of chocolate to make easy dirt dessert cups.
• Homemade Whipping Cream. Substitute Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe in this recipe.

How to Make Dirt Pudding

Step 1. Combine the milk and pudding. Whisk until well combined.

Step 2. Next, place the pudding mixture in the refrigerator about 10 minutes or until set. Then fold in the whipped topping.

Step 3. Start to layer the ingredients in the cup. Crush the cookies in a food processor.

Step 4. Sprinkle the oreo cookies on top. Add gummy worms. Serve and enjoy.

Topping ideas

Gummy worms are super fun in these dirt cups. You can use sour gummy worms, regular gummy worms or anything you like. It is also fun to use gummy bears or fish or really anything.

You can add a small flower to the top that that would be really neat.Just make it fun. Let the kids help.

See Also

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Pro Tips

• Powdered Sugar – You sprinkle the tops of the dirt cups with powdered sugar. Depending on how you decorate them, it may look like sand.
• Prepare ahead of time – You can easily prepare these dirt pudding cups ahead of time. Depending on the candy you use, I usually add them to the cups prior to serving them.
• Crushing Oreos – No worries if you do not have a food processor or blender. Place the cookies inside a bag and crush. Make sure it is sealed tightly. You can use a rolling pin to quickly crush the cookies.
• Full fat ingredients are best. I prefer to use whole milk and regular cool whip to make this. You certainly can substitute these but I find it is best without using reduced fat items.
• Layer Ingredients –Add a small portion of the pudding and the the cookie crumbs. Then continue until the cup is full.
• Oreo –Leave cream filling in Oreos when crushing them.
• Serving – We like to serve in small cups so it is easy for the smaller hands to hold them. You use glass or plastic cups, we just recommend them being clear for this dirt dessert.

How Long will Dirt Pudding Last?

Dirt Pudding cups are best served immediately. But you can prepare and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days. The crushed oreo cookies will begin to get soggy if stored too long.

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• Easy No Bake Cookies
• No Bake Cheerios Bars Recipe
• Quick and Easy Fruity Pebble Bars Recipe

Get ready to impress the kids when you make Oreo dirt cups. Don’t forget to leave a comment after you make them. It brightens my day to hear from you.