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Easy Halloween Dirt Cups with Crushed Oreos and Gummy Worms

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These Easy Halloween Dirt Cups with Crushed Oreos and Gummy Worms are a quick, no-bake dessert that comes together in just 10 minutes. Creamy chocolate pudding layered with crunchy Oreo ‘dirt’ and topped with gummy worms creates a fun, spooky treat that kids and adults love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 (14.3 oz) package Oreo cookies
  • 1 (4.5 oz) bag gummy worms
  • Optional: extra gummy worms, crushed graham crackers, or plastic spiders for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the pudding: In a mixing bowl, pour the cold milk. Add the entire box of instant chocolate pudding mix. Whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes, or use an electric mixer on low speed. The mixture will start to thicken. Stop when it’s smooth and creamy. Let it sit for 5 minutes to set completely.
  2. Crush the Oreos: While the pudding is setting, place the entire package of Oreos into a large Ziploc bag. Seal tightly, pushing out as much air as possible. Use a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan to crush the cookies into fine crumbs with a mix of fine dust and slightly larger pebbles. Alternatively, pulse in a food processor in batches until desired consistency.
  3. Layer the cups: Grab clear cups. Start with a generous spoonful (about 2 tablespoons) of crushed Oreos at the bottom of each cup.
  4. Add the pudding: Spoon the chocolate pudding on top of the Oreo layer, filling the cup about two-thirds full. Use the back of a spoon to smooth the top slightly.
  5. Top with ‘dirt’: Sprinkle another generous layer (about 1.5 to 2 tablespoons) of crushed Oreos over the pudding to completely cover it.
  6. Add the worms: Gently press a few gummy worms into the top layer of Oreo crumbs at different angles—some poking straight up, some half-hidden. Optionally, let a few ‘worms’ dangle over the edge.
  7. Chill (optional but recommended): Refrigerate the cups for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the pudding to firm up and the Oreo crumbs to soften slightly.

Notes

For best texture, chill for at least 30 minutes. The Oreo crumbs will soften over time, making them taste more like real dirt. These cups can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze. For a super smooth pudding, blend with an immersion blender for 10 seconds after whisking. Let kids help crush the Oreos for fun.

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