Name: Zombie Dirt Pudding Cups
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 18.7 ounce package Mint Oreos ((39 cookies)); 3.3 ounce box Instant white chocolate pudding mix; 2 cups whole milk (, chilled (see note)); 6-8 drops green food color; 8 ounce tub Cool Whip (, thawed (see note)); 8-12 large candy eyeballs; 8-12 small candy eyeballs; Bone or skeleton sprinkles

Made with Oreos, instant pudding, and Cool Whip, these Zombie Dirt Pudding Cups are a fun no-bake treat for any Halloween celebration. Smooth and creamy with a light mint flavor, they’re loved by kids and adults alike.

Halloween dirt pudding cups on a black platter

Easy Zombie Dirt Pudding Cups

Zombie dirt pudding cups are a great no bake treat for Halloween, monster, or Zombie-themed
parties. They’re made with layers of crushed Oreo cookies and pudding mixed with Cool Whip. Green food coloring in the pudding layer and the use of mint cookies add a festive green color. Candy eyes are added to half of an Oreo to create the effect of zombie eyes.

I love that there’s no baking required in this recipe and the hands-on time is just about 10 minutes. They need to chill for an hour so you can easily make them in advance too.

Note that the number of pudding cups will vary depending on the size and shape of the cups you use. I typically get 8 to 12 pudding cups per recipe, so feel free to double the ingredients to make more if needed.

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups

These zombie dirt pudding cups are always a hit among Halloween dessert options. Here are a few reasons why.

No baking required. First and foremost, there’s no baking required. No cooking or microwaving either! All you need is a bowl and a whisk.
Minty Oreo flavor. I used mint Oreos primarily for their green color but the mint flavor pairs nicely with the white chocolate pudding and Cool Whip too.
Perfect for Halloween parties. If you find yourself hosting a Halloween party, these dirt pudding cups are a dessert loved by kids and adults alike AND they require little effort on your part.

Ingredients Needed

These dirt pudding cups are made with pudding, Oreos, and just a few other ingredients.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

Mint Oreos – The green color of the mint Oreo adds to the Halloween theme, though regular Oreos would work in a pinch.
White chocolate pudding – Make certain to use the INSTANT pudding mix and not the cook-and-serve variety, as there is no cooking in this recipe.
Whole milk – It should be chilled, so be sure to keep it in the fridge until using. Avoid skim milk or milk substitutes or the pudding won’t set properly.
Green food coloring – Adds the green color to these Halloween dirt pudding cups.
Cool Whip – Thaw before using. (This can be replaced with stabilized whipped cream, if preferred.)
Decorations – You’ll want large and small candy eyeballs plus bone or skeleton sprinkles.

Process shots of how to make dirt pudding cups

How to Make Zombie Dirt Pudding Cups

These Halloween dirt pudding cups require just 10 minutes of prep. However, they do need to chill for at least an hour before serving, so keep that in mind.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

Prepare the Oreos. Twist off one side of 12 of the cookies. Set the side with the filling aside. Crush the remaining Oreos into a dirt-like texture and set aside.
Make the pudding. Whisk together the milk, pudding, and food coloring for 1-2 minutes, until the pudding thickens. Fold in the Cool Whip.
Assemble the dirt pudding cups. Alternate layers of crushed cookies and pudding, ending with a layer of crushed Oreos.
Chill. Chill the pudding cups for an hour.
Decorate. Before serving, gently press one large and one small candy eyeball into the exposed filling of the separate cookies to create the zombie’s face. Press the cookie into the pudding so it stands upright. Add bone or skeleton sprinkles on top if desired.

Tips for Success

Here are a few things to keep in mind while you prepare these festive Halloween dirt pudding cups.

Use chilled whole milk. Whole milk is recommended to achieve the thickest, creamiest pudding. It should also be well chilled. 2% can be used, but the pudding will be less creamy and sturdy.
Switch up the pudding. Vanilla pudding can be used instead of white chocolate pudding if desired.
Thaw the Cool Whip in advance. The Cool Whip must be completely thawed before adding it to the pudding. Whipped topping needs about 4 hours to thaw in the fridge, so plan accordingly.
Make the green darker to start. The color of the pudding will lighten quite a bit once you add the whipped topping, so make the pudding darker in color than you want the final product to be. You can always add more in but it’s best to not stir the Cool Whip too much.
Add the decorations just before serving. Wait to add the candy eyeballs and sprinkles just before serving if possible, to reduce the risk of the eyeballs falling off.

A halloween dirt pudding cup on the countertop

Serving Suggestions

These zombie dirt pudding cups are such a fun Halloween treat! They’re perfect for Halloween parties or even to just surprise the kids as a special Halloween dessert. Keep refrigerated until serving and wait to add the decorations if possible. Serve with a spoon and enjoy!

If you’re serving these at a Halloween party, consider other fun dishes like mummy hot dogs, candy corn waffles, and monster fruit dip.

Proper Storage

Store leftover zombie dirt pudding cups in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, covered with plastic wrap. Note that the cookie layers will lose their crunch the longer they sit. If desired, add a fresh layer of cookie crumbs to the top before serving leftovers.

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