Description
This Easter Bunny Dirt Cake recipe is a fun and festive no-bake dessert perfect for spring celebrations. Layers of crushed Golden Oreos, creamy vanilla pudding mixed with cream cheese and whipped topping, and colorful candy decorations create a playful Easter garden that’s both delicious and visually delightful. Easy to make ahead, chilled to perfection, and kid-friendly, this dessert is sure to be a hit for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Layer
- 1 package (14.3 oz) Golden Oreos, crushed
Cream Cheese Pudding Mixture
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Decorations
- Pastel M&M’s or candy eggs
- Bunny-shaped marshmallows or bunny candy toppers
- Green-tinted shredded coconut (optional, for grass)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, and powdered sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Make Vanilla Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk vigorously for 2 minutes until the pudding thickens to a smooth consistency.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the thickened pudding into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Then carefully fold in the whipped topping to create a light and fluffy mixture.
- Assemble the Dirt Cake – Layer 1: In a 9×13-inch baking dish or trifle bowl, evenly spread half of the crushed Golden Oreos to form the bottom ‘dirt’ layer.
- Layer Cream Cheese Pudding: Spread the creamy pudding and cream cheese mixture over the Oreo layer evenly and smoothly to form the middle layer.
- Assemble the Dirt Cake – Layer 2: Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos over the pudding layer to resemble dirt covering the top.
- Decorate: If desired, sprinkle green-tinted shredded coconut over the top to simulate grass. Add pastel M&M’s or candy eggs and place bunny-shaped marshmallows or candy toppers to create a festive Easter garden look.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dirt cake for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set properly before serving.
Notes
- To create green coconut grass, mix shredded coconut with a few drops of green food coloring inside a zip-top bag and shake well until the coconut is evenly tinted.
- This dessert can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator to save time on the day of serving.
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- For a different twist, substitute the candy decorations according to your holiday theme or preferences.
