Oklahoma Dirt Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Oklahoma Dirt Cake—a no-bake dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! This creamy, layered treat features decadent crushed chocolate sandwich cookies that resemble "dirt," paired with a luscious filling made from cream cheese, whipped topping, and silky vanilla pudding. Perfect for potluck gatherings or kid-friendly celebrations, it’s assembled in just 25 minutes and served chilled for a cool, refreshing finish. Complete the presentation with a mini decorative shovel for a playful twist that’s guaranteed to wow guests. Simple, sweet, and irresistibly creamy, this classic dirt cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert you'll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 36 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreo)
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 3 cups cold whole milk
• 12 ounces whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
• 1 piece mini plastic or decorative shovel (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed, resembling dirt. Reserve about 1/4 cup of crushed cookies for garnish, if desired.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until fully incorporated. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold whole milk until the mixture is thickened and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until well combined and no streaks remain.

Step 6

Carefully fold the cream cheese mixture into the pudding-whipped topping mixture until fully combined, creating a creamy filling.

Step 7

To assemble the cake, begin by layering a portion of the crushed cookies into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish or serving container. Spread a layer of the cream filling evenly over the cookie crumbs.

Step 8

Repeat the layers of crushed cookies and cream filling until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of crushed cookies on top.

Step 9

Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumbs over the top for garnish, if desired, and decorate with a mini shovel to enhance the 'dirt' theme.

Step 10

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2126.1 grams (2126.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5417

Total Fat 301.30g	386%
Saturated Fat 167.20g	836%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 581mg	194%
Sodium 5100mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 666.00g	242%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 475.70g
Protein 51.20g	102%

Vitamin D 372IU	1860%
Calcium 1198mg	92%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 1803mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 47.7%