Description
Oreo Dirt Cake delights dessert enthusiasts with its playful layers of crushed cookies and creamy pudding. Chocolate lovers will savor each spoonful of this nostalgic treat that brings childhood memories alive with rich, indulgent textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups milk
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 package (14.3 ounces / 406 grams) Oreo cookies
- 2 small boxes (4 serving size each) instant white chocolate pudding
- 2 tubs (8 ounces / 227 grams each) whipped topping, thawed
Sweetening and Binding Ingredients:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Preparation Ingredients:
(None additional)
Instructions
- Pulverize entire package of Oreo cookies into ultra-fine, uniform crumbs using a food processor, carefully separating approximately of crumbs for garnishing purposes.
- Combine remaining cookie crumbs with melted butter, thoroughly mixing until the texture resembles damp sand, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 13 x 9 inch (33 x 23 centimeter) baking dish, creating an even, compact base layer.
- Chill the prepared crust in the refrigerator while preparing subsequent components, allowing the butter to solidify and strengthen the foundation.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk instant vanilla pudding mix with cold whole milk until the mixture becomes smooth and completely integrated, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Refrigerate the pudding mixture for 10-15 minutes, permitting it to slightly thicken and develop a more stable consistency.
- Using an electric mixer, beat room temperature cream cheese until exceptionally smooth and creamy, gradually incorporating powdered sugar to create a light, fluffy texture.
- Gently fold whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining its airy structure, then carefully integrate the chilled pudding until fully combined.
- Spread the creamy filling evenly across the chilled Oreo crust, ensuring a uniform layer with no gaps or air pockets.
- Generously sprinkle the reserved Oreo crumbs across the top, creating an attractive, textured surface that mimics dirt-like appearance.
- Refrigerate the dessert for 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing all components to set and flavors to meld completely before serving.
Notes
- Indulge in a dessert that transforms classic Oreos into a creamy, dreamy masterpiece that will have everyone begging for seconds.
- Crumble cookies like a pro, creating a buttery base that crackles with each heavenly spoonful.
- Whip up the filling with precision, blending cream cheese and pudding into a silky smooth texture that melts in your mouth.
- Chill this decadent treat for maximum flavor development, allowing layers to meld into a rich, irresistible dessert.
- Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a midnight sweet tooth craving that demands instant satisfaction.
- Make ahead and watch guests swoon over this no-bake wonder that looks complicated but comes together in minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg