How do you make Halloween dirt pudding ?

Halloween dirt pudding is made by layering chocolate pudding (often mixed with whipped cream or cream cheese) and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos. To give it a Halloween twist, you add spooky toppings such as gummy worms, cookie tombstones, and themed candies. It’s an easy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for parties and kids’ activities.

Can I use Jell-O pudding for dirt cake ?

Absolutely! Jell-O instant pudding works great for dirt cake recipes. Just make sure to use the instant version (not cook-and-serve), and chill the mixture until it sets. For Graveyard Chocolate Cake , chocolate-flavored Jell-O pudding delivers the perfect rich base for layering with Oreos and creepy candy décor.

How far in advance can you make dirt pudding ?

You can make dirt pudding up to 24 hours in advance. In fact, letting it chill overnight enhances the flavors and helps the layers set beautifully. Add candy decorations like tombstones or gummy worms closer to serving time to keep them looking fresh and upright.

What toppings go best on a graveyard chocolate cake ?

Great toppings for Graveyard Chocolate Cake include crushed Oreos for dirt, gummy worms, candy bones, edible eyes, mini pumpkins, and chocolate tombstones. You can also use white chocolate to write “RIP” on cookies or draw ghosts and crosses. Add green-colored coconut or crushed green candies for a “mossy” look.

Graveyard Chocolate Cake – 5 Spooky Ideas You’ll Love

Description

This no-bake Graveyard Chocolate Cake is the perfect spooky treat for Halloween! With layers of pudding, crushed Oreos, and creepy candy decorations, it’s a hit for parties and kids alike.

Ingredients

▢310 g (2 cups) Oreos

▢50 g unsalted butter

▢1 packet chocolate instant pudding mix

▢275 ml milk (whole or semi-skimmed)

▢250 g cream cheese

▢70 g powdered icing sugar

▢125 ml heavy cream

▢Optional: more Oreos, white chocolate, gummy worms, Halloween candy

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Instructions

1. Crush Oreos into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.

2. Whisk pudding mix and milk until thickened.

3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese with icing sugar until smooth.

4. Whip the cream and fold into the cream cheese mixture.

5. Combine pudding with cream cheese mix.

6. Layer half the Oreo crumbs in dish, then add pudding mix, then remaining crumbs.

7. Decorate with Oreo tombstones, gummy worms, and candy.

Notes

Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Use individual cups for serving.

Decorate just before serving for best visuals.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 395
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 65mg