Halloween Graveyard Dirt Pudding Cups (Print Version)

Layered chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and gummy worms create a spooky, delicious party treat for Halloween.

# Components:

→ Pudding

01 - 1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
02 - 2 cups cold whole milk
03 - 1 cup whipped topping

→ Cookie Crumble Dirt

04 - 20 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed

→ Decorations

05 - 16 to 24 gummy worms
06 - 8 oval-shaped cookies, for tombstones
07 - Black food-safe gel icing, for writing on tombstones (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together chocolate pudding mix and cold whole milk in a large mixing bowl for 2 minutes. Let mixture stand for 5 minutes until thickened.
02 - Gently fold whipped topping into the thickened pudding until fully combined and smooth.
03 - Place chocolate sandwich cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin until crumbs resemble dirt.
04 - Spoon a layer of pudding mixture into the bottom of each of 8 small clear cups or jars.
05 - Sprinkle a layer of crushed cookie crumbs over the pudding.
06 - Repeat pudding and cookie layers, finishing with a generous amount of cookie crumbs on the top layer.
07 - Write spooky names or 'RIP' on each oval cookie with black gel icing, if desired.
08 - Insert a decorated oval 'tombstone' cookie into each cup and arrange 2–3 gummy worms per serving, allowing some to drape over the edge.
09 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses store-bought shortcuts for quick prep with no baking
  • Great for making ahead to save time on party day
  • Entertains kids and guests with interactive decorating
  • Vegetarian friendly with easy adjustments for other diets
02 -
  • Fun hands on and totally customizable for all ages
  • Keeps well in the fridge so you can assemble ahead
  • Easy to bulk up for large parties with minimal effort
03 -
  • Layer the cups just before serving if you want the cookie dirt to stay extra crisp
  • Chill all ingredients including your cups before assembling for chilly pudding that sets up quickly If writing on the tombstones let the gel icing dry fully to prevent smudges from the pudding moisture

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