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Delicious, Messy Dessert Recipe: Dirt Cake

Indulgent Recipe: Wholesome Dirt Pudding with Worms

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Delicious, Messy Dessert Recipe: Dirt Cake

Let's get down to business with this scrumptious dirt cake recipe that'll bring out the kid in everyone! It may sound like a simple country dessert, but it's secretly a sophisticated delight. You'll start by making a velvety chocolate mousse, crafted from bittersweet chocolate, coffee, butter, and sugar, with airy egg whites folded in.

To assemble this masterpiece, you'll need eight Weck jars or similar containers. Layer the chocolate mousse with crushed Oreos (the "dirt") and whipped cream. Finish it off with a sprinkle of crushed Oreos and, if you're making this for the little ones, some vibrant gummy worms for an extra touch of whimsy.

For more mouthwatering ideas, check out our drool-worthy Chocolate Mousse Pie, Basic Chocolate Mousse, and Amaretto Chocolate Mousse recipes!

Here's the lowdown:

Servings: 8Difficulty: A breeze!Total Time: 25 minutesActive Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients (9)

  • 3 1/2 oz bittersweet chocolate
  • 1 tbsp strong coffee
  • 3 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 egg whites
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 12 oz Oreos, crushed

Steps

  1. To create the mousse, melt chocolate, butter, and coffee in a glass bowl over simmering water in a medium saucepan. Once completely melted, switch off the heat and leave the bowl on the saucepan. Add the sugar and stir until combined. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  2. Whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and whisk until firm.
  3. Fold one fourth of meringue into melted chocolate and combine well. Fold the remaining egg white in two batches into the chocolate until all egg is mixed. Avoid overmixing to prevent deflation. Set in the fridge until needed.
  4. Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until you have soft whipped cream. Set in the fridge until needed.
  5. In a food processor, pulse Oreos until completely broken down.
  6. To assemble, use 6-ounce Weck jars or similar containers. Start by spooning in the chocolate mousse, then add crushed cookies. Top with whipped cream, another layer of mousse, and top with crushed cookies. For children's versions, add gummy worms to the crushed cookies on top.

You can jazz up this classic dessert by using different types of cookies for the "dirt," such as chocolate sandwich cookies or gluten-free Oreos. Alternatively, experiment with various pudding flavors or add other decorations for a personalized touch. Enjoy!

Sources:For more dirt cake ideas, check out these recipes that feature cream cheese, pudding cups, or trifle bowls:

  • Oreo Dirt Cake Cups with Cream Cheese
  • Easter Dirt Pudding Cups
  • Classic Dirt Cake in Trifle Bowls
  1. This recipe for a basic chocolate mousse can be found among our collection, perfect for creating a velvety layer in delights like the given dirt cake recipe.
  2. Nutrition-conscious individuals may appreciate the basic chocolate mousse recipe, as it offers an opportunity to consider the nutritional profiles of various ingredients in mousse-based desserts.
  3. To ensure your chocolate mousse doesn't deflate prematurely, be mindful not to overmix during the folding process as suggested in the recipe, ensuring a delightful outcome when served.

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