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Dirt Cake Recipe

Irresistible Dirt Cake Recipe: Fun, Easy, and Kid-Friendly!

This Dirt Cake Recipe is a fun no-bake dessert that combines chocolate cake, pudding, and crushed Oreos, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Follow package instructions for eggs and oil.
For the Chocolate Layer
  • 12.8 oz Hot Fudge Can be swapped with caramel.
For the Pudding Layers
  • 3.4 oz Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix Substitute with vanilla pudding if desired.
  • 1.75 cups Milk Heavy cream can elevate richness.
For the Topping
  • 30 pieces Oreos Crushed; consider using Golden or mint-flavored Oreos.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Thawed; fresh whipped cream can be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • cake pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven as specified on the chocolate cake mix box and prepare the mix according to the package instructions. Bake in a greased pan for 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Poke holes in the cooled cake using a skewer, about 20-30 holes.
  3. Warm the hot fudge in the microwave for 20-30 seconds and drizzle it evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
  4. In a bowl, combine chocolate pudding mix and milk, whisk for 2 minutes until thick. Spread over the cake and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  5. Mix remaining pudding with another cup of milk and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Then, fold in the thawed Cool Whip.
  6. Fold ¾ of the crushed Oreos into the Cool Whip and pudding mixture, then spread over the top of the cake.
  7. Sprinkle remaining crushed Oreos over the top of the pudding layer.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use instant pudding to ensure a creamy texture. Poke deep holes for best flavor infusion. Chill thoroughly for proper setting. Adjust ingredients for allergies if necessary. Creative toppings can enhance presentation.

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