Best 2 Pay Dirt Cake Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with the delectable Pay Dirt Cake, a multi-layered dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the playful texture of crushed Oreos. This no-bake treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a family gathering, or a simple weekend indulgence. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is accessible to bakers of all skill levels. Discover the secrets behind this classic dessert, including variations like the decadent Chocolate Pay Dirt Cake and the refreshing Dirt Pudding Parfait. Dive into the world of Pay Dirt Cake and treat yourself to a delightful journey of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PAY DIRT CAKE



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With layers of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and creamy filling, this is definitely a rich dessert. You can decorate the top with a few wrapped chocolate coins. -Betty Jean Jordan, Monticello, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

28 Oreo cookies
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3-1/3 cups cold whole milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant French vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, process the cookies until finely crushed. Set aside 2 tablespoons of crumbs for topping., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and sugar. In a bowl, whisk the milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Add to cream cheese mixture; mix well. Fold in whipped topping., Place half of the cookie crumbs in 2-1/2-qt. container or bowl; top with half of the pudding mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PAY DIRT CAKE



PAY DIRT CAKE image

I MADE THIS WHEN MY KIDS WERE YOUNGER & THEY LOVED IT (OF COURSE) (SOMETHING SWEET)

Provided by joyce deshong

Categories     Cakes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

28 cream filled sandwich cookies (choc) or oreo cookies
1 pkg cream cheese--soft
1/4 c butter or margarine--soft
1 c confectioners sugar
3 1/3 c cold milk
2 pkg sm. instant french vanilla pudding
1 sm. container of cool whip--thawed

Steps:

  • 1. IN BLENDER OR FOOD PROCESSOR, PROCESS COOKIES UNTIL FINELY CRUSHED. SET ASIDE 2 TBLS. OF CRUMBS FOR TOPPING
  • 2. IN LG. BOWL, BEAT CREAM CHEESE, BUTTER & SUGAR. IN ANOTHER BOWL, WHISK MILK & PUDDING TOGETHER FOR 2 MINS OR UNTIL THICKENED. ADD TO CREAM CHEESE MIXTURE.
  • 3. FOLD IN COOL WHIP. PLACE 1/2 OF CRUMBS IN TALL BOWL, TOP WITH 1/2 PUDDING MIX. REPEAT LAYERS. SPRINKLE WITH RESERVED CRUMBS. REFRIGERATE UNTIL SERVING. 8-10 SERVINGS

Tips:

  • Use a 9x13 inch baking dish for the cake to ensure the correct size and shape.
  • Chill the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving to allow the layers to set properly.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chocolate pudding instead of instant pudding mix.
  • If you don't have chocolate wafer cookies, you can use graham cracker crumbs instead.
  • Decorate the cake with additional chocolate shavings, crushed Oreos, or chopped nuts for a more festive look.

Conclusion:

Pay Dirt Cake is an easy and delicious no-bake dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its layers of chocolate pudding, chocolate wafer cookies, and whipped cream, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. The best part about this cake is that it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts or hostesses. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give Pay Dirt Cake a try!

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