Halloween dirt cups
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Halloween dirt cups
Description
This recipe starts by preparing instant chocolate pudding with milk until thick and smooth. A separate mix combines Cool Whip with some pudding to create a lighter cream layer. Crushed Oreos form the "dirt." The dessert is assembled by layering Oreo crumbs, pudding, and the whipped pudding mixture in clear cups to show each layer distinctly. The dirt cups are decorated with Halloween-themed candies and chilled before serving, allowing layers to set and flavors to meld.
The contrast between crunchy Oreos and the smooth, creamy pudding layers provides an engaging texture. The candy decorations add a playful, festive touch fitting for Halloween gatherings or themed events. Serving in clear cups highlights the visual appeal of the layered dessert.
To keep layers neat during assembly, use a spoon carefully. Tapping the cups helps level the layers. For transport, placing cups in a muffin tin stabilizes them. Leftovers should be refrigerated and are best consumed within three days to avoid sogginess, especially of the gummy worms and Oreos. The recipe can be scaled down to smaller portions simply by halving the layers.
Ingredients
- 2 (3.9 oz) boxes chocolate pudding mix instant
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- 15 Oreo cookies
- Candy eyes
- gummy worms
- Halloween candies
Instructions
- Add 2 packages of chocolate pudding and milk into a large bowl and mix until it becomes thick and smooth.
- In a medium bowl combine the cool whip and one cup of the chocolate pudding. Mix together for about 2 minutes until well combined.
- Mix those together for about 2 minutes until well combined.
- Put Oreos into a food processor and pulse until they become medium fine crumbs.
- Line up all 8 plastic cups.
- Add 1 tablespoon of the Oreo dirt in the bottom of the cup. Then layer with 1/2 cup of the chocolate pudding. Add another tablespoon of Oreo dirt over the chocolate pudding. Add 1/4 cup of the whipped topping layer. Tap the cup to level it out. End with one last tablespoon of dirt. Repeat for all the cups.
- Add candy eyes, gummy worms, chocolates, and any other candy. Chill for 30 minutes then serve.
Notes
- Use a spoon to carefully layer pudding and crumbs for clean edges in cups.
- Tap cups after layering to help settle ingredients evenly.
- Place cups in a muffin tin for easier transport to parties.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to three days; best eaten the same day to preserve texture.
- To make smaller portions, halve the layer amounts without changing the method.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 161mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 246mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 214IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 165mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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