Irresistible Dirt Cup Parfaits Recipe with Gummy Worms
These fun and whimsical dirt cup parfaits combine creamy pudding, crunchy cookie crumbs, and playful gummy worms for a delightful treat perfect for kids and nostalgic adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreo cookies), crushed into crumbs
- Chocolate pudding mix (instant)
- Milk (whole milk or dairy-free alternative)
- Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- Gummy worms
- Optional toppings: mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk the chocolate pudding mix with cold milk according to package instructions. Let it set for 5 minutes in the refrigerator until thickened.
- Crush the cookies: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until they resemble fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Assemble the layers: Start by adding a layer of cookie crumbs to the bottom of each parfait cup. Follow with a generous dollop of pudding, then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the cups are full, finishing with cookie crumbs on top.
- Add the gummy worms: Push gummy worms into the top layer of ‘dirt’ so they peek out playfully.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and layers to set.
Notes
[‘Use cold milk to ensure the pudding sets quickly and evenly.’, ‘Crush cookies finely for a realistic dirt texture.’, ‘Assemble up to a day in advance, but add gummy worms just before serving.’, ‘Customize the pudding flavor or toppings for seasonal or dietary adaptations.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait cup
- Calories: 250300
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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