Description
This show-stopping Oreo Dirt Pie takes the classic dirt cake concept to a whole new level of deliciousness! Built on a foundation of moist chocolate fudge cake, this indulgent dessert features layers of hot fudge, rich chocolate pudding, and a creamy “dirt” topping made from crushed Oreos mixed with Cool Whip and pudding
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake Base:
- 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix
- Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (typically eggs, water, and oil)
For the Hot Fudge Layer:
- 1 jar (12.8 oz) hot fudge sauce, divided
For the First Pudding Layer:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) Hershey’s Dark Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix
- 1¾ cups cold milk
For the “Dirt” Topping:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) Hershey’s Dark Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix
- 1¾ cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 package (14.3 oz) Oreo cookies, divided
For Garnish:
- Remaining hot fudge sauce
- Remaining Oreo cookies, coarsely crushed
Instructions
- Prepare and Bake the Cake
- Preheat your oven according to the cake mix package directions (typically 350°F)
- Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan
- In a large bowl, prepare the chocolate fudge cake mix according to the package instructions
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan
- Bake for 22-28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes
- Create Holes and Add Hot Fudge
- While the cake is still warm, use the end of a wooden spoon or another round object to poke holes all over the top of the cake
- Reserve about 3 tablespoons of hot fudge sauce for the final topping
- Heat the remaining hot fudge sauce in the microwave for 30-60 seconds until it’s thin enough to pour
- Pour the warm hot fudge sauce evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes
- Let the cake cool completely, giving the fudge time to absorb into the cake
- Add the First Pudding Layer
- In a bowl, whisk together one package of instant dark chocolate pudding mix with 1¾ cups cold milk for about 2 minutes
- While the pudding is still liquid (before it sets), pour it evenly over the cooled cake
- Place the cake in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the pudding to set
- Prepare the Second Pudding Layer
- In another bowl, whisk together the second package of instant dark chocolate pudding mix with 1¾ cups cold milk for about 2 minutes
- Refrigerate this pudding mixture until it has fully set, about 5 minutes
- Keep the cake in the refrigerator while the second pudding sets
- Create the “Dirt” Topping
- Place about ¾ of the Oreo cookies (approximately 25-30 cookies) in a large ziplock bag
- Crush the cookies into small pieces using a rolling pin or other heavy object
- Remove the set pudding from the refrigerator
- Fold the thawed Cool Whip into the set pudding until well combined
- Gently fold in the crushed Oreos until evenly distributed throughout the mixture
- Assemble and Finish
- Spread the “dirt” mixture (Oreo-pudding-Cool Whip) evenly over the top of the cake
- Warm the reserved hot fudge sauce in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until slightly runny
- Drizzle the warm hot fudge sauce over the top of the “dirt” layer
- Crush the remaining Oreos into coarser pieces and sprinkle them over the top
- Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the completed Oreo Dirt Pie for at least 2 hours before serving
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve
- Cut into squares and serve cold
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes