Our Oreo Dirt Cake isn’t just any old dessert – no way!
It’s the ultimate indulgence for any chocoholic. Take a look at the delectable pics on this page, close your eyes and imagine sinking your fork into decadent chocolate cake. A chocolate cake that’s laced with hot fudge and silky pudding.
And that’s not all because just when you think you’ve tasted heaven you delight in the airy whipped cream layer sprinkled with classic Oreo cookie crumbles.
It’s the Oreo experience you know and love, only re-imagined. It’s light, sophisticated and oh-so-satisfying. Ready to try a dessert that stands out?
Then our Oreo Dirt Cake is for you!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Dark Chocolate Cake Mix. What’s a dessert without a delectable foundation? That’s exactly what the dark chocolate cake mix gives us.
Oreos. It wouldn’t be an Oreo Dirt Cake without Oreos now would it? The iconic cookies add their signature crunch and familiar taste we all know and love.
Hot Fudge Sauce. Ooey, gooey goodness that sinks deep into the cake. Hot fudge sauce enriches the cake, making it decadent and moist.
Instant Dark Chocolate Pudding Mix. Adds a creamy texture and an irresistible deep chocolate flavor. It makes a perfect complement to the base of the cake.
Cold Milk. Essential for getting the pudding layer just right.
Whipped Topping. A light and airy layer that sits atop the multiple layers of rich chocolate below it, offering a delectable contrast on the palate.
Dark Chocolate Candy Bar. An optional garnish that when chopped can add a touch of luxury to the dessert.
| Ingredient | Description |
|---|---|
| Dark Chocolate Cake Mix | Delectable foundation for the dessert. |
| Oreos | Adds signature crunch and iconic flavor. |
| Hot Fudge Sauce | Enriches the cake with a gooey, decadent texture. |
| Instant Dark Chocolate Pudding Mix | Provides creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor. |
| Cold Milk | Needed for the right pudding consistency. |
| Whipped Topping | Light, airy contrast to the rich chocolate layers. |
| Dark Chocolate Candy Bar | Optional garnish adding a touch of luxury. |
Oreo Dirt Cake – No Hassle Prep!
Cake Base. Bake the cake according to the instructions on the box. Use a 9×13 baking pan. Once the cake is finished baking, let it cool off for about 10 minutes.
Fudge Layer. While the cake is still warm, you’re going to want to poke holes across the top of it using the back of a wooden spoon. Don’t go all the way through though, about halfway is plenty.
Microwave the hot fudge sauce so that it pours easily. Usually you can get the right consistency after popping it in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds.
Once it’s warm enough, go ahead and drizzle it over the holes you made, ensuring that it gets down in there nicely. When you’re done, let the cake cool off completely.
First Pudding Layer. In a medium-sized bowl, dump out one box of the instant dark chocolate pudding mix and whisk it with the cold milk. After it’s mixed but before it sets, spread it over the top of the cooled cake. Pop it in the fridge for about 20 minutes.
Oreo Crunch. Take the cake out of the refrigerator and sprinkle about 2/3 of the crushed Oreos evenly over the pudding layer.
Second Pudding Layer. In another bowl, mix the remaining box of dark chocolate pudding with the rest of the cold milk. Once it starts to thicken, gently fold in the whipped topping. Spread the combined mix over the Oreo layer.
Garnish. Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos on top. If you’re using the dark chocolate candy bar, scatter the chopped pieces over the dessert.
Chill & Serve. Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours. Ideally you should leave it in there overnight to allow all the yummy flavors to completely combine. Slice, serve, and watch it disappear!
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Cake Base | Bake in a 9×13 pan as per box instructions. Cool for 10 minutes. |
| Fudge Layer | Poke holes in warm cake. Drizzle microwaved hot fudge sauce into holes. Let cake cool completely. |
| First Pudding Layer | Mix one box of pudding with milk. Spread over cooled cake. Chill for 20 minutes. |
| Oreo Crunch | Sprinkle 2/3 of crushed Oreos over the pudding layer. |
| Second Pudding Layer | Mix remaining pudding with milk, fold in whipped topping. Spread over Oreos. |
| Garnish | Top with remaining Oreos and optional chocolate bar pieces. |
| Chill & Serve | Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Slice and serve. |
Oreo Dirt Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box dark chocolate cake mix plus required ingredients as per box
- 30 Oreos crushed
- 12.8 ounces hot fudge sauce 1 jar
- 2 boxes instant dark chocolate pudding mix 3.56 oz. box
- 3 1/2 cups cold milk divided
- 8 ounces whipped topping thawed
- 6.8 ounces dark chocolate candy bar chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Bake the cake according to the instructions on the box. Use a 9×13 baking pan. Once the cake is finished baking, let it cool off for about 10 minutes.
- While the cake is still warm, you're going to want to poke holes across the top of it using the back of a wooden spoon. Don't go all the way through though, about halfway is plenty.
- Microwave the hot fudge sauce so that it pours easily. Usually you can get the right consistency after popping it in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds. Once it's warm enough, go ahead and drizzle it over the holes you made, ensuring that it gets down in there nicely.
- When you're done, let the cake cool off completely.
- In a medium-sized bowl, dump out one box of the instant dark chocolate pudding mix and whisk it with the cold milk. After it's mixed but before it sets, spread it over the top of the cooled cake.
- Pop it in the fridge for about 20 minutes.
- Take the cake out of the refrigerator and sprinkle about 2/3 of the crushed Oreos evenly over the pudding layer.
- In another bowl, mix the remaining box of dark chocolate pudding with the rest of the cold milk. Once it starts to thicken, gently fold in the whipped topping. Spread the combined mix over the Oreo layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos on top. If you’re using the dark chocolate candy bar, scatter the chopped pieces over the dessert.
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours. Ideally you should leave it in there overnight to allow all the yummy flavors to completely combine. Slice, serve, and watch it disappear!
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Hello! I’m Claire, a writer with a sweet tooth and a love for all things pastry. I’ve spent years perfecting the art of macaron making and I’m always on the hunt for the next great flavor combination. I’m a firm believer in the power of a good dessert to turn any day around. When I’m not in the kitchen or behind my laptop, I’m probably exploring a new hiking trail or curled up with a good book.
