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Easter Dirt Cake Casserole πŸ£πŸ’–

Easter Dirt Cake

🐣 Easter Dirt Cake Casserole πŸ’–

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 4-6 hours (or overnight)
Servings: 10-12 servings
Best Time to Serve: Ideal for Easter, spring parties, or any occasion where you want a fun and festive dessert!

Ingredients

1. Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups Oreos, crushed (about 15-20 cookies)

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (45g)

2. Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225g)

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120g)

  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

3. Pudding Layer:

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

  • 2 cups milk (480ml)

4. Topping:

  • 1 cup crushed Oreos (for topping)

  • 1 ½ cups gummy worms (optional, for decoration)

  • Easter candy (like jelly beans, chocolate eggs, or candy chicks) for extra decoration

Instructions

πŸ”Ή Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. In a medium bowl, crush the Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.

  2. Mix the crushed Oreos with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.

  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish or serving dish to form a crust. Use the back of a spoon to pack it down tightly.

  4. Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the cream cheese layer.

πŸ”Ή Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Layer

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

  2. Fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust.

πŸ”Ή Step 3: Prepare the Pudding Layer

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and 2 cups of milk until it thickens, about 2 minutes.

  2. Once thickened, spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.

πŸ”Ή Step 4: Add the Topping

  1. Sprinkle the top of the pudding layer with the remaining crushed Oreos, covering the entire surface.

  2. Decorate with gummy worms and Easter candy (like jelly beans, chocolate eggs, or candy chicks) to create a festive "dirt" look.

πŸ”Ή Step 5: Chill and Serve

  1. Refrigerate the Easter Dirt Cake Casserole for 4-6 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.

  2. Before serving, garnish with a few more candy decorations, if desired.

Tips for the Perfect Easter Dirt Cake Casserole

  • Crushing Oreos: Use a food processor or rolling pin to get the fine crumbs for a better crust. You can also pulse them in a plastic bag to avoid a mess.

  • Customization: Feel free to use different candies based on your preference or the Easter theme, such as pastel M&Ms, chocolate bunnies, or marshmallow chicks.

  • Whipped Topping: If you prefer homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping, you can use 1 cup of heavy cream and whip it to stiff peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.

Calories (estimated)

  • 1 serving (1/12 of the casserole): ~350-400 kcal (depending on portion size and candy used)

Energy-Saving Tips

  • Prepare this dessert ahead of time and refrigerate overnight to save time on the day of serving.

  • Since it’s a no-bake dessert, it’s an easy and energy-efficient option for a fun celebration treat.

Who Would Enjoy This?

  • Kids will love the fun, colorful look and sweet candy toppings.

  • Perfect for families celebrating Easter, spring events, or anyone who enjoys a playful, no-bake dessert.

  • Ideal for parties, potlucks, or any occasion where you need a fun, crowd-pleasing dessert!

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