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Fun Graveyard Dirt Cake Cups Recipe

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These Fun Graveyard Dirt Cake Cups are a festive and spooky no-bake dessert perfect for Halloween parties. Layers of Oreo cookie crumbs and creamy chocolate pudding are stacked in individual cups and topped with chocolate syrup-soaked crumbs that resemble dirt, along with fun Halloween-themed decorations like ghost marshmallows, mini pumpkin candies, and decorated Milano cookie gravestones. Easy to assemble and delightfully creepy, this dessert is great for kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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Crumb Layers

  • 2 packages family size Oreo cookies (19.1 oz each)
  • 1 cup chocolate syrup, divided (use good quality for richer flavor)

Pudding Filling

  • 16 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 2 packages (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix (Jell-O brand recommended)
  • 4 cups whole milk, cold

Spooky Decorations

  • Black cookie decorating icing (Betty Crocker recommended)
  • Milano cookies
  • Mini pumpkin-shaped candies
  • Assorted Halloween-themed sprinkles
  • Ghost-shaped marshmallow treats

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oreo Cookie Crumbs: Place the Oreo cookies in batches into a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. Transfer all processed crumbs into a large bowl and set aside.
  2. Make the Chocolate Pudding Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the cold whole milk and instant chocolate pudding mix for about 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and no streaks remain.
  3. Add Chocolate Syrup to Pudding: Drizzle 1/2 cup of the chocolate syrup into the pudding mixture. Gently swirl it through so it appears streaky. Place the pudding mixture into the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
  4. Assemble the Individual Graveyard Cups: Arrange 18 serving cups (~9 ounces each). Add 2 tablespoons of Oreo crumbs to the bottom of each cup, followed by just under 1/4 cup of the pudding mixture. Repeat with another 2 tablespoons of crumbs and the remaining pudding. Top each cup with 1 tablespoon of Oreo crumbs. Gently tap the cups between layers to even them out.
  5. Make ‘Fresh Dirt’ Cookie Crumbs: Stir the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate syrup into the leftover Oreo crumbs until the mixture becomes clumpy and moist with an uneven texture. Set aside for decoration.
  6. Decorate the Graveyard Cups: Use black decorating icing to write ‘RIP’ or spooky sayings on Milano cookies. Press them into the tops of the cups as gravestones. Add ghost-shaped marshmallow treats and mini pumpkin candies for extra Halloween flair. Sprinkle on assorted Halloween-themed sprinkles. Top each cup with clumpy ‘fresh dirt’ cookie crumbs. Be creative with the designs to make them fun and spooky.
  7. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the decorated cups until ready to serve or enjoy immediately for a festive treat.

Notes

  • For best pudding consistency, ensure the milk is cold before mixing.
  • Use high-quality chocolate syrup for richer flavor in both the pudding and decorative crumb layers.
  • The recipe yields about 18 individual servings using 9-ounce cups.
  • Decorating can be customized with other Halloween-themed candies or sprinkles.
  • These cups can be prepared a few hours ahead and chilled until serving.
  • Gentle tapping between layers helps avoid air pockets and creates even layers.

Keywords: Halloween dessert, dirt cake cups, Oreo pudding cups, no-bake dessert, spooky Halloween treats, ghost marshmallow, chocolate pudding cups

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