Midnight Chocolate Dirt Pudding (Print Version)

Layers of creamy chocolate, cookie “dirt”, and gummy worms create a playful dessert perfect for nighttime enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pudding

01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 3 tablespoons cornstarch
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

→ Topping & Assembly

09 - 18 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
10 - 18 gummy worms

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
02 - Set the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
03 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Add pure vanilla extract and chopped semisweet chocolate, whisking until the chocolate is fully melted and the pudding is silky.
04 - Divide the pudding among individual glasses or serving cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Cover each with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto the pudding surface to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
05 - Once chilled, top each serving generously with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies to resemble soil.
06 - Decorate each glass with gummy worms, pressing them slightly into the cookie layer so they appear to be emerging. Serve cold.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to make in under thirty minutes of hands-on time
  • Uses simple pantry staples found in most homes
  • No baking required just stovetop and chilling
  • Customizable with endless topping ideas for fun
  • Guaranteed to spark smiles at parties or cozy evenings
02 -
  • High in calcium thanks to milk and cream
  • Crowd pleasing for both kids and adults
  • Can be made ahead for parties or gatherings
03 -
  • Use a fine mesh strainer for silky smooth pudding before chilling
  • Crush cookies in a zip bag for minimum mess
  • Press plastic wrap tight to prevent unpleasant skin on the finished pudding
  • Always check the gummy worm package for freshness since old candies can get hard
  • Let kids decorate their own for personal touches and family fun

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