This Halloween worms in dirt recipe is so much fun for for your next Halloween party or holiday themed after school snack! Serve in individual cups to make an easy dessert for little hands at school or neighborhood Halloween parties.
Halloween dirt pudding cups are a fun treat that is festive without being too creepy for the kids! If you’re looking for Halloween treats that are appropriate to serve at a classroom party or a tasty dessert that’s simple for busy moms to throw together in a pinch, this is it.
Why You’ll Love Halloween Worms in Dirt
- The mix of cool whip and Oreo crumbs makes for a light and fluffy no bake dessert that kids and adults will love.
- Halloween dirt cake is the perfect recipe for a busy mom because it requires no baking.
- These fun halloween dirt cups can be easily customized! Try using Halloween sprinkles on top of the dirt cup instead of the gummy worms or turn them into Halloween graveyard dirt cups with the addition of little tombstone cookies on top.
- This recipe is the perfect way to add some creepy crawlers to your Halloween dessert table with minimal effort and maximum fun for your taste buds!
Supplies Needed
- Large bowl
- Wire whisk
- Food processor, or large ziploc bag and rolling pin or meat tenderizer hammer
- Spoon
- 5.5 oz Plastic cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold milk
- 3.9 oz package chocolate instant pudding mix
- 8 oz container whipped topping, thawed
- 16 oz package Oreo cookies, crushed into fine crumbs
- 24 Gummy Worms
- 12 – 5.5 oz plastic cups
Halloween Dirt Cups Recipe
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, pour the milk, then add the pudding mix. Beat with a wire whisk for about 2 minutes, until well blended. Allow pudding to set for five minutes to thicken.
Step 2: While the pudding is setting, crush the cookies using whichever method you prefer. (Food processor, or ziplock bag and rolling pin or meat tenderizer hammer)
Step 3: Add the whipped topping, and gently fold it into the pudding mixture, until the color is cohesive.
Step 4: Add a tablespoon of the crushed cookies into the bottom of each cup, tapping it down gently for form and even layer.
Step 5: Next, add about 2 tablespoons of pudding on top of the cookie layer.
Step 6: Repeat with another layer of cookie crumbs, then pudding mixture, then ending with the final layer of cookie crumbs.
Step 7: Gently push 2 gummy worms into the βdirtβ of each cup.
Step 8: Transfer the cups to the refrigerator, and chill for 1 hour.
Step 9: Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
There are many different no bake Halloween desserts that can be made using this method!
- Top Oreo dirt cups with Milano cookies decorated with RIP for mini tombstone graveyard dessert cups.
- βAdd some candy pumpkins on top of your chocolate pudding mix cup of dirt to create a pumpkin patch for Halloween or fall celebrations.
- Use vanilla pudding with blue food coloring to make water and golden Oreos to create a beach for a fun recipe in the summer time!
FAQs
How do I store leftovers?
The easiest way to store leftovers is to simply cover the clear plastic cups with plastic wrap so you can keep them in individual servings.
This is also a great way to transport the homemade pudding dirt dessert to and from your parties or school gatherings.Β
You can also store the cups of chocolate pudding in an airtight container.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoy this easy Halloween worms in dirt recipe! This recipe is a great idea for kid friendly Halloween parties, school functions, or pre-trick or treat snack time with the neighbors.
If you like this Halloween worms in dirt recipe, you’ll love these spooky treats:
- Halloween Charcuterie Board
- Monster Blondies
- Leftover Halloween Candy Recipes
- Candy Corn Recipes
- Chocolate Monster Cake Mix Cookies
- Candy Corn Halloween Bark
Let me know if you try it and leave a comment with your thoughts!
Halloween Worms in Dirt Recipe
This easy Halloween worms in dirt recipe is the perfect no bake dessert for your next school party or neighborhood gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold milk
- 3.9 oz package chocolate instant pudding
- 8 oz container whipped topping, thawed
- 16 oz package Oreos, crushed
- 24 Gummy Worms
- 12 - 5.5 oz plastic cups
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, pour the milk, then add the pudding mix. Beat with a wire whisk for about 2 minutes, until well blended. Allow pudding to set for five minutes to thicken.
- While the pudding is setting, crush the cookies using whichever method you prefer. (Food processor, or ziplock bag and rolling pin or meat tenderizer hammer)
- Add the whipped topping, and gently fold it into the pudding mixture, until the color is cohesive.
- Add a tablespoon of the crushed cookies into the bottom of each cup, tapping it down gently for form and even layer.
- Next, add about 2 tablespoons of pudding on top of the cookie layer..
- Repeat with another layer of cookie crumbs, then pudding mixture, then ending with the final layer of cookie crumbs.
- Gently push 2 gummy worms into the “dirt” of each cup.
- Transfer the cups to the refrigerator, and chill for 1 hour.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 376Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 218mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 1gSugar: 35gProtein: 5g