Easter Dirt Cake Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
02 -
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
03 -
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 -
1 cup powdered sugar
05 -
1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
06 -
2 cups cold milk
07 -
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
08 -
1 cup pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates (e.g., M&M’s)
09 -
1/2 cup mini Oreo cookies (for topping)
# Instructions:
01 -
Crush the Oreos using a food processor or a zip-top bag and rolling pin. Reserve 1/2 cup of the crushed Oreos for the topping. Spread the remaining crushed Oreos evenly at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
02 -
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined.
03 -
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes before folding the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
04 -
Spread the cream cheese pudding mixture evenly over the Oreo base in the baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of crushed Oreos on top.
05 -
Garnish the dessert with mini Oreos and pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set properly.
# Notes:
01 -
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours before serving for the best texture and flavor.
02 -
Use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling.
03 -
Crush the Oreos finely for an even cookie base.
04 -
Serve the dessert cold to maintain its consistency.