Best 6 Quick And Easy Dirt Cups Recipes

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Dirt cups are a fun and easy dessert that can be made with just a few simple ingredients. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're also a great way to use up leftover cake or cookies. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe or something a little more unique, we have the perfect dirt cup recipe for you. From classic chocolate to funfetti, there's a dirt cup recipe for everyone. So grab your ingredients and let's get started!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND EASY DIRT CUPS



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Fun dessert for kids. Garnish cups with gummy worms, frogs, and flowers.

Provided by rdrfsp

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes     Chocolate Pudding Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cold milk
1 (4 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (16 ounce) package chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed

Steps:

  • Beat milk and pudding mix together in a bowl until well blended and slightly thickened; let stand to thicken, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir whipped topping and 1/2 of the crushed cookies into pudding. Spoon 1 tablespoon crushed cookies into each serving cup. Fill each cup 3/4-full with pudding mixture and top with remaining crushed cookies. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61.7 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 502.6 mg, Sugar 41.6 g

DIRT CUPS FOR KIDS



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These are truly a hit with the kids, they are great served at birthday parties! They remind me of the "mud pies" we all made as children, except these are edible!

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cold milk
1 package chocolate instant pudding
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (16 ounce) package Oreo cookies (crushed)

Steps:

  • Also need 8 to 10 (7 oz.) Clear plastic Cups.
  • Decorations: gummy worms, gummy frogs, candy flowers, chopped peanuts.
  • Pour milk into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add pudding mix.
  • Beat with whisk until well blended, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in whipped topping and half of the crushed cookies.
  • Place 1 tablespoon crushed cookies into bottom of cups.
  • Fill cups 3/4 full with pudding mixture.
  • Top with remaining crushed cookies.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Decorate with the candy.

DIRT PUDDING CUPS



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These darling little desserts are my daughter Crystal's favorite. At family birthday parties, no matter how fancy the dirt cup looks, each person gets a gummy worm, too. -Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 package (14.3 ounces) Oreo cookies
Sugar gum succulents, chocolate rocks and edible paper butterflies, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Pulse cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form or until desired texture is reached. Divide a third of the cookie crumbs and half of the pudding mixture among 10 dessert cups; repeat layers. Top with remaining crumbs. If desired, top with sugar gum succulents, chocolate rocks and edible paper butterflies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

DIRT CUPS



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Bring back a timeless classic to entertain the kids?and make the grown-ups a bit nostalgic?with our Dirt Cups recipe. Dirt Cups are a perfect, fun option for a year-round treat. Like your Dirt Cups a touch more chill? Add some freezing time and you'll have a slightly cooler version to enjoy.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (3.9 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Flavor Instant Pudding Pudding
2 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
15 vanilla creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, finely crushed (about 1-1/4 cups), divided
10 worm-shaped chewy fruit snacks

Steps:

  • Beat pudding mix and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Let stand 5 min. Stir in COOL WHIP and 1/2 cup cookie crumbs.
  • Spoon into 10 (6- to 7-oz.) paper or plastic cups; top with remaining cookie crumbs.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour. Top with fruit snacks just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.2377 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.8245 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

EASY DIRT AND SAND DESSERT CUPS



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Serve up Easy Dirt and Sand Dessert Cups for a creepy-crawly take on a tasty treat. Easy Dirt and Sand Dessert Cups combine dessert favorites like cookies, pudding and gummy worms for a whimsical take on treats!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

36 vanilla creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies
2 cups cold milk
1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) JELL-O Chocolate Flavor Instant Pudding
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
20 worm-shaped chewy fruit snacks

Steps:

  • Crush cookies in zipper-style plastic bag with rolling pin. Or, place in food processor container; cover and process until finely crushed.
  • Beat pudding mix and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Let stand 5 min. Stir in COOL WHIP and 1/2 of the crushed cookies.
  • Place about 1 Tbsp. of the remaining crushed cookies in each of 10 (6 to 7-oz.) paper or plastic cups. Spoon in pudding mixture; top with remaining crushed cookies.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with fruit snacks just before serving. Store leftover desserts in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

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:

  • Choose the right ingredients: Use high-quality cocoa powder, peanut butter, and cream cheese for the best flavor. Fresh fruits and vegetables will also add a nice touch.
  • Chill the ingredients: Chilling the cream cheese, peanut butter, and whipped cream before assembling the cups will help them set up more quickly and make them easier to handle.
  • Use a variety of textures: The combination of crunchy cookies, creamy mousse, and juicy fruits will create a more interesting and enjoyable dessert.
  • Get creative with your toppings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings, such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts. You can also use a kitchen torch to brown the tops of the mousse for a more professional look.

Conclusion:

Dirt cups are a fun and easy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or potlucks. With a little creativity, you can create a variety of different dirt cups that are sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give dirt cups a try.

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