Description
Dirt Cake Casserole is a nostalgic dessert that layers rich chocolate pudding, creamy filling, and crumbly cookie crust for a delightful treat. This easy-to-make dish brings back childhood memories and is perfect for any occasion. With its visually appealing layers and customizable toppings, it’s sure to be a hit at parties or family gatherings. Indulge in this whimsical dessert that promises smiles and requests for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (3.9 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping
- Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your refrigerator.
- In a bowl, combine crushed cookies with melted butter until well mixed.
- Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then fold in half of the whipped topping.
- Layer half of the pudding over the crust, followed by the cream cheese mixture, remaining pudding, and top with the rest of the whipped topping.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of casserole (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg