Description
This Easter Dirt Cake Casserole is a fun and festive no-bake dessert bursting with creamy layers of vanilla pudding, sweet whipped topping, and crushed Oreo cookies. Topped with pastel candy-coated chocolates and mini Oreos, this delightful treat is perfect for Easter celebrations, potlucks, or any springtime gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates (e.g., M&M’s)
- 1/2 cup mini Oreo cookies for topping
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Set aside.
- Make the Creamy Layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Prepare the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Combine: Gently fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture, then fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread half of the crushed Oreos evenly in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer with the creamy filling, then top with the remaining crushed Oreos.
- Decorate: Sprinkle pastel-colored candy-coated chocolates and mini Oreo cookies on top for a festive touch.
- Chill & Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey touch, drizzle melted white or milk chocolate over the top before serving.
- Swap vanilla pudding for chocolate pudding for a richer flavor.
- Use a hand mixer for a smooth and fluffy cream cheese mixture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg