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A delicious plate of Easter Dirt Cake Casserole

Easter Dirt Cake Casserole

This festive Easter Dirt Cake Casserole is a delightful no-bake dessert, perfect for your holiday gathering. Layers of creamy vanilla pudding, crushed Oreo cookies, and colorful candy eggs make it a fun and easy treat for all ages.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Casserole, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese Ensure it's softened to room temperature for a smooth mixture.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Softened butter will cream easily with the cream cheese.
  • 2 cup powdered sugar Also known as confectioners' sugar; sift if lumpy.
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix Use instant mix, not cook-and-serve, for proper setting.
  • 3 cup cold milk Cold milk helps the pudding set quickly.
  • 16 oz frozen whipped topping Thaw in the refrigerator before gently folding in.
  • 30 cookies Oreo cookies Crush finely for the base and a bit coarser for layers.
  • 1 cup mini peanut butter cups Chopping them helps distribute the flavor and texture evenly throughout the layers. Optional, but highly recommended for an extra treat!
  • 1 cup pastel candy-coated chocolate eggs Choose festive pastel colors for an Easter theme, like M&M's or Cadbury Mini Eggs.

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Casserole dish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  4. Fold the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated.
  6. In a large casserole dish, spread a layer of crushed Oreo cookies to form the base.
  7. Pour and spread half of the pudding mixture over the cookie base.
  8. Sprinkle half of the chopped mini peanut butter cups and half of the candy eggs over the pudding layer.
  9. Add another layer of crushed Oreo cookies, then the remaining pudding mixture.
  10. Top with the remaining mini peanut butter cups and candy eggs.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  12. Serve chilled and enjoy your festive Easter Dirt Cake Casserole!

Notes

This no-bake dessert is perfect for making ahead of time, freeing up your oven for other Easter dishes. Feel free to customize the toppings with other candies or sprinkles to match your celebration!