Description
Easter Bunny Dirt Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that’s perfect for Easter celebrations. This creamy, chocolatey treat combines layers of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with a rich cream cheese and pudding mixture, topped with festive decorations like chocolate bunnies, edible grass, and jelly beans. It’s simple to make and will surely bring a smile to everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the Cake Base
- 1 (19-ounce/48 cookies) package chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreo)
For the Filling
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (16-ounce) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 (3.9-ounce) packages Instant White Chocolate or Vanilla Pudding
- 3 cups milk
Decorations (Optional)
- Small chocolate bunny candies
- Edible grass (homemade: shredded coconut + green food coloring) OR green sprinkles
- Jelly beans
- Chocolate eggs
Instructions
- Make the Base
Crush 2/3 of the chocolate sandwich cookies, including the filling, using a food processor, blender, or by placing the cookies in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Spread the crumbs evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish as the base layer. Set aside. - Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture
Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and mix for another minute until fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Carefully fold in the whipped topping to complete the creamy filling. Set aside. - Prepare the Pudding
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the dry pudding mix and milk vigorously for 1–2 minutes until it thickens. Once the pudding is ready, gently combine it with the cream cheese mixture until well-blended and smooth. - Assemble the Layers
Spread the cream mixture evenly over the crushed cookie base in the dish. Crush the remaining cookies and sprinkle them across the top of the filling to create the “dirt” layer. - Chill and Decorate
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow the dessert to set. Once chilled, decorate with your choice of festive toppings like chocolate bunnies, jelly beans, edible grass, and chocolate eggs for an Easter-themed presentation. - Serve
Keep the dirt cake refrigerated until ready to serve. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- To crush the cookies, you can use a food processor or blender for a finer texture. Alternatively, place them in a large zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin for a chunkier consistency.
- This recipe is versatile, so feel free to swap decorations to match other holidays or occasions!
- For a homemade edible grass alternative, mix shredded coconut with a drop or two of green food coloring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 345mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
