Oreo Dirt Cake
A playful and nostalgic dessert featuring layers of chocolate cake, fudge, and pudding, topped with crushed Oreos and optional gummy worms.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box: oil, eggs, water) Use a favorite boxed chocolate cake mix or make your own from scratch.
For the Layers
- 1 cup hot fudge sauce Store-bought or homemade, slightly warmed.
- 2 cups instant chocolate pudding mix Sets quickly; use less milk for a thicker pudding.
- 3 cups milk For the pudding; substitute 1 cup with heavy cream for richness.
- 1 container Cool Whip (8 oz) Thawed.
- Oreo cookies (crushed) Reserve some whole or halved for garnish.
- Gummy worms Optional, for decorative touch.
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Prepare the chocolate cake according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
- Bake the cake in a 9x13 pan at 350°F for 25–35 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
Make the Pudding
- In a separate bowl, mix the instant chocolate pudding with the milk and let it set for about 5 minutes.
- Use a whisk or electric mixer for a silky texture.
Assemble the Layers
- Crumble the cooled cake into the bottom of a serving dish.
- Layer the hot fudge sauce over the crumbled cake.
- Spread the pudding mixture over the fudge layer.
- Top with Cool Whip, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle crushed Oreo cookies on top and add gummy worms if desired.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Cover tightly with plastic wrap when storing in the refrigerator. The dessert keeps well for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g
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