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Slice of dirt pie on plate topped with gummy worms.

Dirt Pie

Charlotte Singh-Dhanraj
This version of Dirt Pie contains a homemade decadent chocolate pudding, no cool whip, and the traditional Oreo crust we all love so much! Gummy worms are optional but so much fun! It's so simple to make and will be enjoyed by adults and kids alike!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 469 kcal

Ingredients
  

Oreo Cookie Crust:

  • 24 Oreo cookies reserve about a half cup of crumbs for the topping
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Homemade Chocolate Pudding Filling:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping:

  • crushed Oreo cookies reserved from the pie crust
  • Gummy worms

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a food processor, pulse 24 Oreo cookies until they become fine crumbs. Reserve about ½ cup of crumbs for topping.
  • Mix the remaining Oreo crumbs with 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter until well combined.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  • Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅓ cup cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large egg yolks and 3 cups whole milk until combined.
  • Gradually whisk the milk mixture into the saucepan with the dry ingredients until smooth.
  • Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure a thick consistency, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully melted and incorporated.
  • Pour the pudding into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set further.
  • Once the Oreo crust is cool and the pudding has set, pour the pudding into the crust and spread it evenly.
  • Sprinkle the top with the reserved crushed Oreo cookies.
  • Arrange gummy worms on top, gently pressing them into the crumbs to secure them.
  • Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours or until set and firm for perfect slicing.
  • Slice the dirt pie and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Notes

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  • Perfect Crust: Press the Oreo mixture firmly into the pie dish. If there are any dry parts to the mixture, mix it again to ensure it doesn't crack when baking.
  • Smooth Pudding: Strain the cooked pudding through a fine-mesh sieve for a super smooth texture.
  • Prevent Skin Formation: When chilling the cooked pudding, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Slicing: For clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry between cuts.

Nutrition

Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 7gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 327mgPotassium: 317mgFiber: 3gSugar: 44gVitamin A: 585IUCalcium: 142mgIron: 5mg
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