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Oreo Dirt Cake

If you’re looking for the ultimate chocolate dessert, this Oreo Dirt Cake is guaranteed to satisfy every craving. Featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, rich hot fudge, creamy chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy Oreo cookies, it’s the perfect easy dessert recipe for parties, birthdays, potlucks, and family gatherings. Whether you need quick dessert ideas or an impressive make-ahead treat, this Oreo Dirt Cake delivers rich flavor in every bite.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • Ingredients listed on the cake mix box
  • 12.8 ounces hot fudge sauce
  • 2 (3.4-ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3½ cups cold milk (divided)
  • 30 Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed

Instructions

  1. Prepare and bake the chocolate cake according to the package directions in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Cool the cake completely.
  3. Warm the hot fudge slightly and spread evenly over the cooled cake.
  4. Whisk one package of chocolate pudding with 1¾ cups cold milk until thickened.
  5. Spread the pudding evenly over the hot fudge.
  6. Sprinkle half of the crushed Oreo cookies over the pudding.
  7. Whisk the remaining pudding mix with the remaining 1¾ cups cold milk until thickened.
  8. Fold the Cool Whip into the pudding until smooth.
  9. Spread the topping evenly over the Oreo layer.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos over the top.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Chill overnight for the best flavor and cleaner slices.
  • Use cold milk so the pudding sets properly.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings or mini Oreos for an extra-special presentation.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

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