Oreo Dirt Cake

This nostalgic Oreo Dirt Cake is layered with chocolate cake, warm fudge, creamy pudding, and crushed Oreos. A classic American dessert that's rich, playful, and perfect for any crowd or occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Chill Time 2

Total Time 45

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings slices

Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

9x13 Baking Dish
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Spoon Handle or Skewer

Ingredients

Cake Base

1 box chocolate cake mix plus ingredients to prepare as directed
1 cup hot fudge warmed until pourable

Pudding Layer

2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz each)
3 cups milk cold
1 container Cool Whip thawed (8 oz)

Topping

1 package Oreos crushed, divided (about 36 cookies)

Instructions

Bake the chocolate cake as directed on the box. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the surface with the handle of a spoon.
Warm the hot fudge and pour it evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
In a bowl, whisk together 1 package of chocolate pudding and 1.5 cups of cold milk. Pour over the cooled cake. Chill for 20 minutes.
Whisk the second pudding packet with the remaining milk and refrigerate until set (about 10 minutes). Fold in Cool Whip and ¾ of the crushed Oreos.
Spread the pudding-Cool Whip mixture over the cake. Sprinkle the remaining Oreos on top.
Chill for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve. Enjoy chilled for best texture.

Notes

For added fun, top with gummy worms for a classic kids' party version. Can be made a day ahead and stored chilled. Not recommended for freezing due to texture changes.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 110mgIron: 2.1mg

Keyword Chocolate, Dirt Cake, Oreo Dessert, Poke Cake

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