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Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin. Combine the crushed cookies with melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon or a flat-bottomed glass to press it evenly.
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In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined and smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared Oreo crust, ensuring complete coverage.
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In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened (approximately 2 minutes). Allow the pudding to sit for additional thickening.
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Pour the thickened pudding over the cream cheese layer in the pie dish. Spread it out evenly using a spatula.
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Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chocolate pudding layer, covering it entirely.
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Cover the pie with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
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Before serving, optionally garnish with additional crushed Oreo cookies and gummy worms to resemble 'dirt.' Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!