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No-Bake Pumpkin Dirt Pudding Cups: Easy Fall Dessert

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These no-bake pumpkin dirt pudding cups are a fun and easy fall dessert made with layers of creamy pumpkin pudding, tangy cream cheese, and crunchy chocolate cookie crumbs. Perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, or cozy family nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup cold milk (whole milk works best)
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package (14 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Gummy worms (for topping)
  • Pumpkin-shaped candies (like candy corn pumpkins or mellowcreme pumpkins)
  • Optional: crushed graham crackers for extra texture

Instructions

  1. Make the Pumpkin Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Fold in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Set aside to set for about 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until combined. In another small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and light.
  3. Crush the Cookies: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. Alternatively, place cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin. Stir in the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  4. Layer the Cups: In small cups or jars (about 6-8), start with a layer of cookie crumbs (about 2 tablespoons). Press down gently. Add a layer of cream cheese mixture (about 2 tablespoons), then a layer of pumpkin pudding (about 2-3 tablespoons). Repeat layers if cups are tall enough. End with a generous topping of cookie crumbs.
  5. Add the Decorations: Stick a few gummy worms into the top layer of crumbs, letting them peek out. Place 2-3 pumpkin candies on top.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Don’t overmix the whipped cream; fold gently. Crush cookies to a mix of fine crumbs and slightly larger pieces for texture. Chill for at least 2 hours; overnight is best. For make-ahead, prepare components separately up to 2 days in advance and assemble just before serving. Use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

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