Spooky Halloween Dirt Cups
These fun and easy Halloween Dirt Cups are perfect for parties or a spooky dessert. A layered treat combining chocolate cookies, cream cheese frosting, and pudding for a delicious and creepy delight!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small glasses or cups
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces Chocolate sandwich cookies
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) Unsalted butter melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chocolate pudding instant or prepared
- as needed Gummy worms
- optional Plastic spiders
- optional Chocolate shavings
Instructions
Instructions
- Crush chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs. You can use a food processor or place cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Layer the cookie crumbs in the bottom of small glasses or cups, pressing down gently to form a base.
- Top with a layer of chocolate pudding.
- Next, add a layer of the cream cheese frosting.
- Decorate with gummy worms, plastic spiders, and chocolate shavings as desired.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set slightly.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate sandwich cookies. You can also add other Halloween-themed candies, such as mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.