Oreo Dirt Cake
A nostalgic layered dessert combining chocolate cake, instant pudding, hot fudge, Cool Whip, and Oreo crumbs, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Cake and Layers
- 1 package chocolate cake mix Prepare per package directions.
- 1 can hot fudge sauce Approx. 12–16 oz.
- 1 package instant pudding mix Chocolate or vanilla, typically 3.4 oz.
- 2 cups milk Follow package instructions for the pudding.
- 3 cups Cool Whip Or equivalent whipped topping.
- 2 cups Oreo cookies, crushed For topping.
- optional gummy worms For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix and bake the chocolate cake according to package directions. Cool completely.
- In a bowl, whisk the instant pudding with the amount of milk called for on the package. Let it sit for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Use your hands or a fork to crumble the cooled cake into a large serving dish or trifle bowl.
Layering
- Drizzle a thin layer of hot fudge over the crumbled cake.
- Spoon half the pudding over the fudge and spread gently.
- Dollop and spread about half of the Cool Whip over the pudding.
- Add another layer of cake crumbs, more hot fudge, the remaining pudding, and the remaining Cool Whip.
Finishing
- Top with crushed Oreos and tuck gummy worms into the top if using.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Notes
Store covered in the fridge for 3–4 days. For best texture, add crushed Oreos right before serving. Can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with appropriate substitutions.