Easter Bunny Dirt Cups (Printable Version)

Creamy chocolate pudding with crushed cookies and marshmallow bunnies showcases a festive Easter treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pudding Layer

01 - 2 cups cold whole milk
02 - 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

→ Cookie Crumble

03 - 16 chocolate sandwich cookies such as Oreos

→ Cream Layer

04 - 1 cup whipped topping such as Cool Whip, thawed

→ Decorations

05 - 6 marshmallow bunny Peeps or similar bunny-shaped marshmallows
06 - 1/4 cup candy-coated chocolate eggs mini eggs
07 - 2 tablespoons green-tinted shredded coconut optional for grass

# How to Prepare:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together cold milk and instant chocolate pudding mix for 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside for 5 minutes to further set.
02 - Place chocolate sandwich cookies in a zip-top bag and crush into fine crumbs using a rolling pin.
03 - Set out 6 clear cups and spoon approximately 1/4 cup chocolate pudding into the bottom of each cup.
04 - Add a heaping tablespoon of whipped topping over pudding in each cup and smooth lightly.
05 - Sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons of crushed cookies over whipped topping in each cup to create dirt effect.
06 - Gently press one marshmallow bunny into each cup so it stands upright in the dirt layer.
07 - Decorate with candy-coated chocolate eggs and sprinkle green-tinted coconut around bunny to resemble grass if desired.
08 - Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No baking required – perfect for busy parents or warm spring days
  • Kid-friendly assembly makes it a fun activity for little helpers
  • Customizable decorations allow for creativity and personalization
  • Individual servings make portion control easy and presentation impressive
  • Uses simple, readily available ingredients from your local grocery store
  • Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until party time
02 -
  • Chill your serving cups in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before assembly to help the pudding set faster
  • Use a food processor to crush cookies more quickly and achieve a finer, more uniform crumb
  • Place the bunny Peeps in the freezer for 5 minutes before adding them to prevent them from absorbing moisture
  • Pipe the whipped topping using a plastic bag with the corner snipped off for more precise layering
  • Make the green coconut grass by placing shredded coconut in a zip-top bag with a few drops of green food coloring and shaking until evenly tinted
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the cookies may soften slightly
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