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Easter Dirt Cake Casserole

Easter Dirt Cake Casserole

Patricia
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package 14 oz Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 package 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 container 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates e.g., M&M’s or Cadbury Mini Eggs
  • ½ cup mini Oreo cookies for topping

Instructions
 

Step 1: Crush the Oreos

  • In a food processor, crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
  • Set the crushed cookies aside.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
  • Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  • Fold in the whipped topping (Cool Whip), mixing until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Assemble the Layers

  • In a 9x13-inch dish, spread half of the crushed Oreos as the base layer.
  • Pour the cream cheese and pudding mixture over the Oreo layer, spreading evenly.
  • Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos evenly over the top.

Step 4: Decorate & Chill

  • Sprinkle pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates and mini Oreo cookies on top for decoration.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set.

Notes

  1. Use a Glass Dish – A clear baking dish lets you see the beautiful layers!
  2. Make It Chocolatey – Swap vanilla pudding for chocolate pudding for a double-chocolate twist.
  3. For Extra Crunch – Add a layer of chopped chocolate or crushed graham crackers between the pudding and cookie layers.
  4. Want a Lighter Version? – Use sugar-free pudding, light cream cheese, and low-fat Cool Whip.
  5. Customize the Toppings – Try adding chopped Reese’s eggs, shredded coconut, or edible Easter grass for a festive touch!