Description
Easter Dirt Cake Casserole is a festive no-bake dessert with layers of crushed Oreos, creamy pudding, and whipped topping, decorated with pastel candies and mini cookies — perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates (e.g., M&M’s)
- 1/2 cup mini Oreo cookies (for topping)
Instructions
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin and bag method.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture, then fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
- In a 9×13-inch casserole dish, layer half of the crushed Oreos on the bottom.
- Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the crushed Oreos.
- Top with remaining crushed Oreos, then decorate with pastel candies and mini Oreo cookies.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use chocolate pudding for a richer flavor.
- Add green-tinted shredded coconut to resemble grass.
- Top with candy bunnies or marshmallow chicks for an extra festive touch.
- Make ahead for best flavor and easy prep.
- Fresh whipped cream can substitute Cool Whip if stabilized.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
