Happy Earth Day! I'm happy to say that I've finally come out of hibernation for the winter. Water around these parts is flowing again, birds are chirping and my sump pump has been kicking in. Those, my friends, are truly the signs of spring here in Wisconsin. To celebrate the earth and our beautiful surroundings, I'm sharing a recipe for dirt cups today.
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They aren't just the traditional dirt cups, however. These are bloomin' dirt cups! Because who can resist an edible flower to go along with the Oreo dirt and gummy worms? I used my marshmallow Sweet Blooms technique to make the flowers and then just stuck them on the end of a spoon.
These treats were so much fun to put together and the kids loved the addition of the flower.
This is the perfect Earth Day treat to feed the family. Creamy chocolate goodness, Oreo crumb topping, a chewy gummy worm and a soft marshmallow sprinkled with chocolate candies. A perfect way to end tonight's meal.
Don't forget to get outside and enjoy a walk with the family afterwards! If you're looking for something to do while on your walk, check out my post on Geocaching! Get out and enjoy the outdoors!
Bloomin' Dirt Cups
Creamy layers of chocolate pudding, Cool Whip, and Oreo crumbs topped with gummy worms and marshmallow "flowers" for a fun, colorful treat!
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Calories: 267kcal
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Ingredients
Dirt Cups
- 1 3.9 oz. JELL-O Chocolate Instant Pudding
- 2 cups cold milk
- 8 oz. tub of Cool Whip Whipped Topping (thawed)
- 16 Oreo cookies (finely crushed)
- 10 gummy worms
Flowers
- 5 giant roaster marshmallows (cut in half)
- 80 M&M chocolate candies (8 per marshmallow - you pick the colors)
Instructions
Dirt Cups
- Combine the pudding mix and milk in large bowl and whisk for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in the Cool Whip.
- Spoon the pudding and Cool Whip mixture into 10 (6- to 7-oz.) paper or plastic cups and top with the Oreo cookie crumbs.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour and top with the gummy worms and "spoon flowers" just before serving.
Flower
- Stick the handle end of a plastic spoon into one of the marshmallow halves. Place 1 M&M candy piece in the center of the sticky side of the marshmallow and 7 M&M candies around the piece in the center to create the flower "petals."
Notes
- Use a food processor for fine Oreo crumbs or place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- You can prepare the pudding cups up to a day in advance but add the gummy worms and flowers just before serving to keep them fresh.
- Whisk the pudding for 2 minutes until it thickens but avoid over-mixing to keep the texture smooth.
- Ensure the Cool Whip is fully thawed before mixing for the smoothest consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 2mg
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Stephanie
Growing up my mom would occasionally make something similar to this and it made me feel SO special every time! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again next week!
Andi @ The Weary Chef
These are adorable, Sara! I absolutely love them! I think my boys and I will be making them this weekend for a bake sale. Thank you!
Sara
Awww, thanks so much, Andi. Good luck at the bake sale!
Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods
We just used the giant marshmallows for our boys' birthday party and they were a huge hit! My children would love to create your blooming dirt cups, too!
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~ Ashley
Marti
What a cute treat and a great kids project! Pinned!
Sara
Hi! Thanks for linking up at Tell Me About It Tuesday . We are featuring you this week!
Sara
That's great news, Sara! Love the party every week! Thanks for stopping by!
aprila
these are neat and look delicious. My kids would love these. Thanks for linking up at Tell Me About It Tuesday. We hope you hop over and share with us again next week.
Sara
So glad you like them, April! I'm sure your kids will love them too!
Christin Skrobanek
Oh how cute ! Such an amazing flower idea! Perfect for spring i quess 😉
Best wishes chrissi
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Sara
Thanks so much, Christin! They were so much fun to make!