Kansas Dirt Cake Recipe

No-bake Kansas Dirt Cake recipe! This easy dessert is a crowd-pleaser, combining the delicious crunch of Oreo cookies with creamy pudding and Cool Whip. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a simple weeknight treat. Prepare it in minutes and freeze for a delightful, cool dessert.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 500 mins
Calories 510.2 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.9 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kansas Dirt Cake

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How to Make Kansas Dirt Cake

  1. Crush 20 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a blender or food processor.
  2. Press half of the crushed Oreos into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 (3.4 ounce) packages instant chocolate pudding mix and 3 cups milk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the pudding for at least 15 minutes to allow it to set.
  5. In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, and 2 cups powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Gently fold in the chilled pudding and 2 (8 ounce) containers of Cool Whip until just combined.
  7. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cookie crumb layer in the pan.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos over the top.
  9. Freeze for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

182g

Fat

82g

Carbs

20g