Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups – The Easiest (and Spookiest!) Halloween Treat
Looking for a fun, festive, and ridiculously easy Halloween treat? Look no further than these adorable Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups! Imagine layers of creamy chocolate pudding, crunchy crushed Oreos (aka "dirt"), and the cutest little candy pumpkins you ever did see. Perfect for parties, classroom snacks, or just a fun family activity, these dirt cups are guaranteed to be a hit. They're so simple, even the kids can help make them! Get ready to dig into a spooky and sweet delight!
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Resealable Bag
- Rolling Pin or Food Processor
- Clear Cups or Glasses
Ingredients
- 1 package chocolate instant pudding mix (3.9 ounce)
- 3 cups cold milk (any kind will work!)
- 1 package Oreo cookies (16 ounce)
- 1 package candy pumpkins (or other Halloween candy)
- Optional: Gummy worms, Halloween sprinkles, whipped cream
Instructions
- Make the Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Crush the Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a large resealable bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor. You want them to resemble dirt.
- Assemble the Dirt Cups: Grab your clear cups or glasses. Layer the bottom with a generous spoonful of crushed Oreos.
- Add Pudding: Spoon a layer of chocolate pudding over the Oreo crumbs.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers of Oreo crumbs and pudding, ending with a final layer of Oreo crumbs. It's like creating a little spooky landscape!
- Decorate: Top each dirt cup with candy pumpkins. Feel free to add gummy worms, Halloween sprinkles, or a dollop of whipped cream for extra flair.
- Chill (Optional): For best results, chill the Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the pudding to set and the flavors to meld.
Notes
Feel free to swap any ingredients or decorations to your heart's content. Use clear cups to make the layers visible and get creative with toppings such as gummy worms or edible glitter. For a vegan option, substitute with vegan pudding mix and cookies.