Halloween Dirt Cups are the ultimate spooky-sweet treat to add to your Halloween party spread! Layered with creamy chocolate pudding, crushed Oreos that resemble dirt, and topped with eerie gummy worms, these dirt cups are both delicious and fun to eat.
What makes them a crowd favorite is the delightful texture—smooth pudding meets crunchy cookie “dirt,” making every spoonful a playful surprise.
These dirt cups are super easy to make, and they’ll be a hit with both kids and adults. You can also elevate the spooky factor by serving them with Pumpkin Cheesecake or offering creepy crawly Gummies on the side for a perfectly themed dessert spread.
Whether you’re hosting a haunted house party or just getting into the Halloween spirit, these dirt cups will surely be a standout treat.
Why I Love This Recipe (And You Will Too)
- Fun for All Ages: These dirt cups are playful, delicious, and loved by both kids and adults alike.
- Perfect Texture Combination: The smooth pudding and crunchy cookie crumbs create a satisfying mix in every bite.
- Great for Parties: Easy to make in batches, these dirt cups are the ideal Halloween party dessert.
- Spooky and Customizable: Add gummy worms, candy bones, or Halloween sprinkles to make them even creepier!
Halloween Dirt Cups Recipe
Equipment
- Food processor
- Ziploc bag
- Heavy Object
- Medium-Sized Bowl
- Whisk
- Sharp Knife
- Spoon
- Cups or Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 bag 14oz/305g Oreos
- 1 pkg 3.4oz instant chocolate pudding
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 container 8 oz Cool Whip
- 4 Milano Cookies
- Gummy Worms
- Black writing gel icing
- Edible candy eyes
Instructions
- Using a food processor, grind 12 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Crush the remaining cookies into smaller pieces using a large Ziploc bag and a heavy object. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the pudding mix and milk. Whisk until dissolved, then refrigerate until set, about 10 minutes.
- Once set, fold in the Cool Whip until mostly mixed, then add the crushed cookies (not the fine crumbs) and gently combine. Chill the mousse for 1-2 hours for best results, or assemble immediately.
- To create tombstones, cut each Milano cookie in half. Use black icing to write “RIP” on each half.
- To assemble, layer 1 tablespoon of Oreo crumbs in the bottom of each cup, followed by one or two scoops of Oreo mousse. Smooth with a spoon, then add another tablespoon of crumbs, more mousse, and a final layer of crumbs on top. Decorate with Milano cookies, gummy worms, and edible eyeballs.
Nutritional Facts:
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Cholesterol | 18 mg |
| Sugar | 25.6 g |
| Protein | 2.7 g |