Easter Dirt Cups: Easy No-Bake Treat for Spring Fun

Easter Dirt Cups are a playful, no-bake dessert combining vanilla pudding and Oreo cookies, perfect for spring celebrations.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Desserts

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pudding Mixture

1 box vanilla instant pudding mix Substitute with chocolate pudding for a different twist.
3 cups cold milk Dairy-free alternatives include almond or coconut milk.
1 cup Cool Whip Can use whipped cream or homemade topping.

For the Crunchy Layers

1 pkg Oreo cookies Try chocolate wafer cookies for a similar taste.

For the Festive Color

2 drops pink gel food coloring
2 drops purple gel food coloring

For the Toppings

1 cup green sprinkles Shredded coconut dyed green can be a fun alternative.
12 pieces mini egg candies Any small candies work well for topping.
4 pieces Peeps marshmallows You can use other marshmallow shapes to fit the occasion.

Equipment

Food Processor
mixing bowl
Ziploc bag
Rolling Pin
plastic cups or dessert bowls

Method

Instructions

Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin and Ziploc bag. Divide into three bowls.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened, then fold in Cool Whip.
Divide the pudding into two bowls and tint with pink and purple gel food coloring until desired shades are reached.
Layer the cups starting with crushed Oreos, alternate with purple pudding, then more Oreos, followed by pink pudding, finishing with crushed Oreos on top.
Decorate the tops with green sprinkles, mini egg candies, and a Peeps marshmallow for a whimsical finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, these cups are best enjoyed the same day they are made to maintain the Oreo crunch. Refrigerate until serving.

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