Easy Dirt and Worms Cups Recipe (Fun Kid-Friendly Dessert)

If you’re looking for a quick, no-bake dessert that kids absolutely love, Dirt and Worms Cups are the answer. This simple treat combines creamy chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and gummy worms for a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

These cups are perfect for birthday parties, classroom celebrations, or just a weekend baking activity with kids. They look playful, taste delicious, and only take a few minutes to put together. Best of all, children can help every step of the way – crushing cookies, mixing pudding, layering cups, and adding the worms on top.

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Shopping List for Dirt and Worms Cups

1 package (about 14 oz / 400 g) of chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos work perfectly)
2 cups cold milk
1 package (3.9 oz / 110 g) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 container (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Gummy worms (bright colors look especially fun)
Clear plastic or glass cups for serving

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Step-by-Step Dirt and Worms Cups Recipe

Make the “Dirt”: Place cookies in a food processor and pulse until they resemble fine crumbs. If you don’t have a processor, place them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
Prepare the Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk milk and instant pudding mix together for 2 minutes until thickened. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Make Chocolate Mousse Filling: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding until smooth and creamy.
Layer the Cups: Spoon a layer of cookie crumbs into the bottom of each cup, then add a layer of pudding mixture. Repeat until the cup is nearly full, finishing with cookie crumbs on top.
Add the Worms: Push gummy worms into the top “dirt” layer so they look like they’re crawling out.
Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving so the layers set nicely.

Why Everyone Loves This Recipe

No Bake, No Stress: Quick and easy with minimal mess.
Kid-Friendly: Perfect for little hands to help with each step.
Fun to Look At: The “dirt” and worms make it exciting for kids.
Crowd-Pleaser: Great for parties, potlucks, or after-school snacks.

Tips & Variations

Try vanilla pudding with crushed golden sandwich cookies for a lighter “sand and worms” version.
Add candy flowers or gummy frogs for a fun “garden theme.”
Use smaller clear shot cups for mini party portions.
Add layers of crushed brownies for an even richer dessert.

Dirt and Worms Cups are a classic kid-approved dessert that never goes out of style. They’re chocolatey, creamy, crunchy, and just plain fun. Whether you’re making them for a birthday party, a classroom activity, or simply as a special treat at home, these cups are guaranteed to be a hit.

So grab some cookies, pudding, and gummy worms – and get ready for big smiles when you serve up this playful dessert.

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