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Halloween Dirt Cups

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Say hello to the best Halloween Dirt Cups! These are a simple semi-homemade, no-bake dessert that is a hit with kids and adults alike. Chocolate pudding, Oreo cookies, gummy worms, and edible googly eyes – it doesn’t get much tastier!

Side view of several spooky dirt cups with a dark background.

Chocolate Pudding Cups

Did you grow up watching scary movies? I did not. We also don’t watch them as a family so our boys are in our camp. CAN’T DO SCARY MOVIES. This can be a problem when they are both with girls who actually like watching creepy movies. I laugh at the stories they’ve told me about closing their eyes while “watching”!

So when I call these pudding cups scary, I mean that they are OUR version of that. Cute and sweet…but not really scary!

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Why We Love Dirt Cups:

  • SEMI-HOMEMADE. These pudding cups are definitely not what I’d call homemade. They use shortcuts with store-bought Cool Whip (instead of whipping your own), a boxed pudding, and Oreo cookies. No reason to make homemade cookies for these, y’all!
  • SIMPLE. These Halloween dirt pudding cups are an easy dessert and so much fun.
  • KID FRIENDLY. The kiddos are going to love these! They are fun and a little bit scary (HA!), and who doesn’t love pudding, cookies, and gummy worms all at once?! Also great for Halloween parties!
  • DELICIOUS. All joking aside, the adults love these dessert cups too because they are creamy and delicious. I made them in our empty nest, and while I sent some next door, Mike and I gobbled up the rest! Let’s be real. This is a tasty dessert!
Overhead view of several glasses with with dirt cake and topped with gummy worms.

Ingredients Used for Oreo Dirt Cups:

Simple ingredients are needed for these fun Halloween treats!

  • Chocolate Pudding – You’ll need one small box of instant chocolate pudding.
  • Milk – I recommend going with 2% milk or even whole milk. You’ll need two cups of milk.
  • Cool Whip – Just a simple store-bought container of Cool Whip. So easy!
  • Cream Cheese – Use just four ounces of cream cheese to add some extra creaminess to the pudding.
  • Whole Oreos – Crushed-up Oreo cookies are the DIRT in this recipe! I used some extra Oreo cookie crumbs for display purposes (which is a great idea if you’re planning them for a Halloween party table).
  • Gummy Worms – Use whatever variety of gummy worms you can find. 
  • Goggly Eyes – These are spooky – be warned! 
The ingredients for the dirt cups.

How to make Oreo Dirt Cups:

I recommend making a double batch of these fun Halloween dirt cups for your next Halloween party. These will be a huge hit!

Step 1
Mix pudding. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the milk and instant chocolate pudding. Mix until the pudding thickens.

Step 2
Mix cool whip and cream cheese. In a separate bowl, use the hand mixer to combine the cool whip and cream cheese until creamy.

Step 3
Combine. Pour the creamy chocolate pudding into the cool whip mixture, and combine again until very well combined. The pudding mixture should be thick.

Step 4
Crush Oreos. Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs (to make dirt).

Step 5
Layer. Use individual cups to layer the ingredients. Start by spooning some of the pudding, then some crushed Oreos, and repeat. 

Step 6
Top with gummy worms and googly eyes. Add the worms and spooky eyes to the top of the pudding dirt cups!

Side view of a cake plate of stacked with dirt cups.

Storing Dirt Cups:

  • If you’re making these in advance, wait to add the gummy worms and graham sticks until serving.
  • You can also make the pudding and keep it chilled. Then assemble right before party time.
  • These stay well in the refrigerator (before adding worms and edible eyes) for three to four days.

Recipe FAQs:

What types of cups should I use for dirt cups?

Use clear jars or smaller cups for serving. You’ll want to clearly see the pudding and Oreo layers.

Can I use this recipe for Halloween Dirt Cake?

Yes, simply spread the layers in a shallow glass bowl or baking dish. This would be a fun idea for a birthday dessert too.

How do I make Graveyard Pudding Cups?

You can simply make cookie tombstones by writing “RIP” with edible icing on top of graham crackers or Milano cookies. Add the “tombstones: to the dirt cups.

How do I make Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups?

Add candy pumpkins and miscellaneaous Halloween sprinkles to the dirt cups. Such a fun dessert!

Spooky Season is here!

Halloween is the perfect time to bring out all the fun desserts. Make a spread and include some of the following Halloween recipes:

Side view of several jars of dirt cake with gummy worms and google eyes.

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xoxo ~Sue

Side view of some Halloween dirt cups with gummy worms.

Halloween Dirt Cups

Say hello to the best Halloween Dirt Cups! These are a simple semi-homemade, no-bake dessert that is a hit with kids and adults alike. Chocolate pudding, Oreo cookies, gummy worms, and edible googly eyes – it doesn't get much tastier!
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 434kcal
Author: Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

  • 3.9 oz. instant chocolate pudding
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 oz. cool whip
  • 4 oz. cream cheese
  • 10 oz. Oreo cookies – crushed
  • gummy worms and edible eyes – for decorating

Instructions

  • Mix pudding. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the milk and instant chocolate pudding. Mix until the pudding thickens.
  • Mix cool whip and cream cheese. In a separate bowl, use the hand mixer to combine the cool whip and cream cheese until creamy.
  • Combine. Pour the creamy chocolate pudding into the cool whip mixture, and combine again until very well combined. The pudding mixture should be thick.
  • Layer. Use individual cups to layer the ingredients. Start by spooning some of the pudding, then some crushed Oreos, and repeat.
  • Top with gummy worms and googly eyes. Add the worms and spooky eyes to the top of the pudding dirt cups!

Notes

Storing

  • If you’re making these in advance, wait to add the gummy worms and edible eyes until serving.
  • You can also make the pudding and keep it chilled. Then assemble right before party time.
  • These stay well in the refrigerator (before adding worms and edible eyes) for up to four days.
Pro-Tip: Use clear jars or smaller cups for serving. You’ll want to clearly see the pudding and Oreo layers.

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 357IU | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 5mg
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5 Comments

  1. Cathy Hanson says:

    Super cute for Halloween! Fun & easy!

  2. This is what I am talking about. Fun all year, but during Halloween it’s a dream come true!

    1. Suebee Homemaker says:

      You really can’t go wrong! 🙂

  3. LOVED making these for a Halloween themed treat!! Super easy and beyond delicious!!

    1. Suebee Homemaker says:

      Us big kids like them too! 🙂

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