About
Dirt Pie is one of those childhood names that undersells the delectability of this dessert. In fact, you could even call it heavenly: creamy, chocolatey, and smooth with a crunch of cookie crumble on top, Dirt Pie is a dark and sweet delight! It’s a mountain of chocolate perfect for serving alongside vanilla ice cream or some fresh berries!
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix, plus
- All the ingredients required according to package instructions
- 1 (12.8 ounce) jar hot fudge
- 2 (3.4 ounce) packages dark chocolate instant pudding mix
- 2 1/2 cups cold milk, divided in half
- 1 (14.3 ounce) package Oreo cookies
- 1 (8 ounce) tub of imitation whipped topping
- additional hot fudge & Oreos, to taste
- optional toppings, to taste
Directions
Step 1 -Make the cake batter according to package instructions.
Step 2 -Bake the cake in a 9x13 baking dish until a knife comes out clean from the center, about 22-28 minutes.
Step 3 -Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
Step 4 -Using the end of a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, poke holes in the top of the cake while it is still slightly warm.
Step 5 -Heat the jar of hot fudge in the microwave until it is smooth and can be stirred easily. Heat it in short increments to ensure it isn’t burned.
Step 6 -Pour the entire jar over the cake and allow it to soak in through the holes you created.
Step 7 -Let it rest until the cake is cooled.
Step 8 -Combine 1 of the pudding mixes with 1 3/4 cups of the cold milk.
Step 9 -Immediately pour the pudding mixture over the top of the cake, spreading evenly.
Step 10 -Put the cake into the refrigerator and allow the pudding to set for about 15 minutes.
Step 11 -Combine the second box of pudding mix with the remaining 1 3/4 cups of cold milk in a separate bowl.
Step 12 -Refrigerate until the pudding has been set.
Step 13 -Place 3/4 of the package of Oreos into a gallon-sized plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Step 14 -Remove the set pudding in the bowl from the refrigerator and mix with the container of imitation whipped topping.
Step 15 -Add the crushed Oreos to the whipped topping mixture.
Step 16 -Spread the whipped topping mixture over the top of the cake, creating the “dirt” layer.
Step 17 -Top the cake with the remaining hot fudge, Oreos, and your favorite toppings.
Step 18 -Serve cold.
