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Fun Graveyard Dirt Cake Cups Recipe

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These Fun Graveyard Dirt Cake Cups are a spooky and delicious Halloween dessert featuring layers of Oreo cookie crumbs and creamy chocolate pudding, topped with festive decorations like Milano cookie gravestones, ghost-shaped marshmallows, mini pumpkin candies, and Halloween-themed sprinkles. Perfect for parties or family celebrations, these individual cups are easy to assemble, fun to decorate, and a delightful treat for all ages.

Ingredients

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For the Crumb Layers

  • 2 packages (19.1 oz each, family size) Oreo cookies
  • 1 cup chocolate syrup (divided)

For the Pudding Filling

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 2 packages (3.9 oz each) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 16 oz whipped topping, thawed

For the Spooky Decorations

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oreo Cookie Crumbs: Place the Oreo cookies into a food processor in batches and process until they form fine crumbs. Transfer all the processed crumbs into a large bowl and set aside for assembly.
  2. Make the Chocolate Pudding Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole milk and instant chocolate pudding mix for about 2 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until there are no visible streaks, forming a creamy pudding mixture.
  3. Add Chocolate Syrup to Pudding: Drizzle 1/2 cup of the chocolate syrup into the pudding mixture. Gently swirl it a few times so the syrup appears streaky through the pudding. Place the pudding mixture in the fridge until ready to assemble.
  4. Assemble the Individual Graveyard Cups: Arrange 18 serving cups (about 9 ounces each). Add 2 tablespoons of the Oreo crumbs to the bottom of each cup. Spoon just under 1/4 cup of the pudding mixture over the crumbs. Repeat with another layer of 2 tablespoons of Oreo crumbs, then the remaining pudding. Finally, 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 cookie crumbs in a small bowl. Mix until the crumbs become clumpy and have a moist, uneven appearance. Set these aside for decoration.
  6. Decorate the Graveyard Cups: Use black decorating icing to personalize Milano cookies with ‘RIP’ or spooky sayings. Gently press them into the tops of the cups to resemble gravestones. Add ghost-shaped marshmallow treats and mini pumpkin-shaped candies for extra Halloween fun, pressing gently so they stand upright. Optionally, decorate only half the cups for variety. Sprinkle on assorted Halloween-themed sprinkles. Top each cup with some of the clumpy ‘fresh dirt’ cookie crumbs to replicate freshly dug earth.
  7. Chill and Serve: Chill the decorated graveyard cups in the refrigerator until ready to serve, or enjoy them immediately for a spooky treat!

Notes

  • Use gently thawed whipped topping to ensure smooth folding into the pudding mixture.
  • You can process Oreo cookies including the cream filling to maintain the authentic ‘dirt’ flavor and texture.
  • For easier layering, use a small spatula or spoon to evenly distribute pudding and crumbs in the cups.
  • Customize decorations with other Halloween-themed candies or edible decorations as desired.
  • Chilling the cups for at least 1 hour before serving allows flavors to meld and the pudding to set nicely.
  • These cups can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.

Keywords: Halloween dessert, Oreo dirt cake, pudding cups, spooky treats, no-bake dessert, Halloween party food

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