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Pumpkin Dirt Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

Delight in these festive Pumpkin Dirt Cups, combining creamy chocolate pudding, crumbled Oreos, and adorable pumpkin-shaped Oreo cream cheese balls coated in orange candy melts. Perfect for Halloween or autumn gatherings, they are layered with gummy worms and topped with green sprinkles for an extra playful touch.

Ingredients

Oreo Pumpkin Balls

  • 2 (18-ounce) family-size packages of Oreos, divided
  • 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ cups orange candy melts
  • ¼ cup pretzel sticks (cut in half)
  • ¼ cup green M&Ms (cut in half)
  • 3 Tablespoons green sprinkles

Dirt Cups

  • 2 cups chocolate pudding, prepared
  • 1 cup gummy worms

Instructions

  1. Pulverize the Oreos: In a food processor, pulverize one package of Oreos for about 1 minute until they reach a sandy texture suitable for combining with cream cheese.
  2. Make the Oreo cream cheese mixture: In a large bowl, use a rubber spatula to mix the pulverized Oreos with the softened cream cheese until you achieve a dough-like consistency. If too soft, chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up.
  3. Roll into balls: Shape the Oreo cream cheese mixture into smooth 2-inch balls and place them on a flat nonstick surface such as parchment paper.
  4. Create pumpkin grooves (optional): Use a toothpick to press vertical lines into each ball, mimicking pumpkin grooves. Chill the balls in the fridge for at least 1 hour to firm.
  5. Melt candy melts and coat balls: Melt the orange candy melts according to package instructions. Using a fork, dip each Oreo ball into the melted candy to coat evenly, allowing excess to drip off. Return to the nonstick surface.
  6. Add pumpkin stems and leaves: Immediately insert a half pretzel stick into the top of each coated ball to form a stem and press a halved green M&M nearby to resemble a leaf. Refrigerate to set and harden.
  7. Prepare Oreo crumbs for cups: Pulverize the second package of Oreos until sandy in texture. Place in a bowl for layering.
  8. Layer the dirt cups: In 5.5 to 6-ounce clear snack cups, add a spoonful of Oreo crumbs, then a gummy worm, followed by a spoonful of chocolate pudding. Alternate layers of Oreo crumbs, gummy worms, and pudding until cups are nearly full.
  9. Top and garnish: Finish each cup with a layer of Oreo crumbles. Top with one pumpkin Oreo ball and sprinkle green sprinkles over the top. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the Oreo balls thoroughly before coating to prevent melting the candy melts.
  • You can use store-bought chocolate pudding or make homemade pudding for a fresher taste.
  • Gummy worms add a fun, spooky element perfect for Halloween-themed parties.
  • Use a toothpick for creating grooves carefully to avoid breaking the balls.
  • Store assembled dirt cups refrigerated and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/pumpkin-dirt-cups-recipe/