Easter Dirt Cake Casserole (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 package (14.3 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup butter, softened
04 - 1 cup powdered sugar
05 - 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) vanilla pudding mix
06 - 3 cups milk
07 - 12 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
08 - Food coloring in pastel colors (pink, yellow, green, blue, optional)

→ Decorations

09 - Easter candies, edible grass, Peeps marshmallows

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk pudding mix with milk until thickened. Let it set in the fridge for 5 minutes.
02 - Beat softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
03 - Gently fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
04 - In a casserole dish, create alternating layers of crushed Oreos and the pudding mixture, starting and ending with Oreos.
05 - Arrange Easter candies, edible grass, and Peeps marshmallows on top to mimic a festive Easter garden.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve cold with a spoon.

# Notes:

01 - Soften ingredients like cream cheese and butter to room temperature for a smooth mixture.
02 - Spread layers evenly for a visually appealing dessert.
03 - Crush cookies finely using a food processor or rolling pin for uniform crumbs.
04 - Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld together.