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Pumpkin Dirt Cups

Pumpkin Dirt Cups: A Fun and Easy Fall Dessert for Everyone

Discover Pumpkin Dirt Cups, a fun and easy fall dessert perfect for gatherings and kids. Enjoy the delightful layers of chocolate pudding and Oreo crumbs!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 1 box Chocolate Instant Pudding Can be swapped with vanilla pudding
  • 2 cups Milk Cold milk for mixing
  • 2 cups Cool Whip Can be replaced with whipped cream
For the Layers
  • 15 cookies Oreo Cookies Can use Golden Oreos for a sweeter profile
  • 1 cup Candy Pumpkins For decoration
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Can be dyed green to simulate grass
  • 5 drops Green Food Coloring For coloring coconut

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • clear cups
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Dirt Cups
  1. Begin by crushing Oreo cookies to create the 'dirt' layer for your Pumpkin Dirt Cups. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
  3. Gently fold in Cool Whip to create a creamy layer for your cups.
  4. In clear cups, layer crushed Oreos and pudding mixture, finishing with Oreo crumbs on top.
  5. Combine shredded coconut with green food coloring until evenly dyed, then set aside.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Top with green coconut and candy pumpkins before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cups can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator covered. They provide a delightful fall-themed dessert perfect for any gathering.

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