Best 4 Fun Easy Chocolate Dirt Cake Recipes

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In the realm of irresistible desserts, chocolate dirt cake stands out as a delectable treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the playful charm of a garden. This no-bake dessert captivates with its simplicity, making it an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will delight both the eyes and the taste buds of your loved ones. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets of crafting the ultimate fun and easy chocolate dirt cake, a dessert that is sure to become a cherished favorite for years to come.

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FUN & EASY CHOCOLATE DIRT CAKE



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Make and share this Fun & Easy Chocolate Dirt Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by graniteangel

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (18 ounce) package Oreo cookies
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (5 ounce) package gummy worms
1 (5 ounce) package gummy frogs

Steps:

  • Take one large clean terracotta potting pot and clean with soap and water.
  • Make one package chocolate pudding as directed on box.
  • In electric food processor add Oreo cookies. Blend until smooth and looks like dirt.
  • Take softened cream cheese and powdered sugar and mix/cream in bowl. You can use a hand mixer or a kitchen aide to make it easier.
  • Carefully fold Cool Whip into cream cheese sugar mixture.
  • Take half the pudding and add to the bottom of pot.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 the gummy worms and bugs on top of pudding.
  • Add half of cream cheese and powdered sugar on top of pudding/gummies.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 of Oreo mixture onto the cream cheese mixture.
  • Add other half of pudding.
  • Add other 1/3 of gummy worms and gummy bugs.
  • Add the rest of cream cheese and powdered sugar mix.
  • Add rest of Oreo crumbs on top.
  • Garnish with plastic flowers and gummy frogs, worms and bugs on top.

DIRT CAKE I



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This is a great conversation piece at parties. Adults love it as much as the children do. Get a new garden trowel, medium sized flower pot and artificial flower at a craft store for full effect.

Provided by Tammy Hooper

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup confectioners' sugar
2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
3 ½ cups milk
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
32 ounces chocolate sandwich cookies with creme filling

Steps:

  • Chop cookies very fine in food processor. The white cream will disappear.
  • Mix butter, cream cheese, and sugar in bowl.
  • In a large bowl mix milk, pudding and whipped topping together.
  • Combine pudding mixture and cream mixture together.
  • Layer in flower pot, starting with cookies then cream mixture. Repeat layers.
  • Chill until ready to serve.
  • Add artificial flower and trowel. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 827.3 calories, Carbohydrate 101.5 g, Cholesterol 55.9 mg, Fat 44.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 22.5 g, Sodium 895.8 mg, Sugar 69.2 g

DIRT CAKE



Dirt Cake image

Dirt Cake is fun to serve at family gatherings, or to give as a gift. I've also taken it to church dinners. It not only tastes good but is unique.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (15-1/2 ounces) Oreo cookies
2 clean new plastic flower pots, about 6 inches in diameter
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups whole milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Silk flowers, aluminum foil, gummy worms and clean new gardening tools, optional

Steps:

  • Crush cookies until they resemble potting soil. Divide half of the crumbs between the flower pots. Set pots and remaining crumbs aside., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. In another bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Fold in whipped topping. Gently fold into cream cheese mixture until blended., Add filling to pots; top with reserved crumbs. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. If desired, wrap silk flower stems in foil; add to flower pots. Decorate with gummy worms and display with gardening tools if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

QUICK DIRT CAKE



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I served Dirt Cake to my grandpa and he almost wouldn't eat it! It is difficult to tell if it's something to eat or look at. That's not the case with my daughters-they always request it for their birthday cake.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate fudge pudding mix
3-1/2 cups cold milk
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 plastic flowerpot (8-inch diameter)
1 package (20 ounces) chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
Artificial flowers, gummy worms and plastic shovel, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream together cream cheese and butter. Add sugar; set aside. In a separate bowl, mix pudding, milk and whipped topping until smooth. Add creamed mixture. Line inside of flowerpot with plastic wrap, making sure hole in bottom of pot is covered. Place one-third of crushed cookies in pot and top with half of cream cheese/pudding mixture. Repeat layers, ending with cookies. Refrigerate overnight. If desired, decorate cake with flowers, gummy worms and a plastic shovel.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular 9-inch pie plate.
  • Be sure to let the cake chill for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight for the best results.
  • You can use any type of pudding mix you like. Chocolate, vanilla, and butterscotch are all popular choices.
  • If you want a richer cake, you can use heavy cream instead of milk in the pudding mix.
  • To make the cake even more decadent, you can add a layer of chocolate ganache between the pudding and the whipped cream.
  • You can also decorate the cake with chocolate chips, sprinkles, or crushed Oreos.

Conclusion:

Chocolate Dirt Cake is an easy and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover chocolate pudding, and it's always a hit with kids. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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