The Oreo Dirt Cake is a simple, irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion. Layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy pudding, rich hot fudge, and fluffy Cool Whip make every bite heavenly. Add gummy worms for a fun, playful twist!
Why This Oreo Dirt Cake is Amazing
This dessert combines textures and flavors perfectly. The soft cake, creamy pudding, and crunchy Oreos create a crowd-pleasing treat. It’s quick to assemble, kid-friendly, and perfect for parties, holidays, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Cake Layer
- 1 chocolate cake (homemade or box mix)
- 1 cup hot fudge sauce
Pudding Layer
- 2 cups prepared vanilla or chocolate pudding
- 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
Cookie Layer
- 20–24 Oreo cookies, crushed
Optional Toppings
- Gummy worms
- Extra Cool Whip
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Bake and Cool the Cake
Prepare the chocolate cake according to the recipe or box instructions. Allow it to cool completely. - Layer Cake and Fudge
Crumble half of the cake into a serving dish. Drizzle with half of the hot fudge. Sprinkle with half the crushed Oreos. - Add Pudding and Cool Whip
Spread half of the pudding over the cake layer, then add half of the Cool Whip. Repeat with remaining cake, fudge, Oreos, pudding, and Cool Whip. - Decorate and Chill
Add gummy worms or chocolate shavings on top. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. - Serve
Slice and enjoy a creamy, chocolatey, crunchy dessert. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Tips for Best Results
- Slightly warm hot fudge for easier spreading.
- Use room-temperature pudding for smooth layers.
- Crumble cake finely for a “dirt-like” effect.
- Can be made ahead for easy entertaining.
Oreo Dirt Cake – Fun and Easy Layered Dessert
- Total Time: 2 hr 45 mins
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Oreo Dirt Cake is a fun, easy dessert with layers of chocolate cake, pudding, hot fudge, Cool Whip, and Oreo cookies.
Ingredients
1 chocolate cake (homemade or box mix)
1 cup hot fudge sauce
2 cups prepared vanilla or chocolate pudding
1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
20–24 Oreo cookies, crushed
Gummy worms (optional)
Extra Cool Whip or chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
1. Bake chocolate cake and let cool completely.
2. Crumble half the cake into a dish, drizzle with half the hot fudge, sprinkle crushed Oreos.
3. Spread half the pudding, top with half the Cool Whip.
4. Repeat remaining cake, fudge, Oreos, pudding, Cool Whip.
5. Add gummy worms or chocolate shavings if desired.
6. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Warm hot fudge slightly for easy spreading.
Use room-temperature pudding for smooth layers.
Crumble cake finely for dirt effect.
Make ahead and refrigerate for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Oreo dirt cake, chocolate dessert, layered dessert, easy cake