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Patriotic Dirt Pudding

Patriotic Dirt Pudding Recipe: How to Make the Best 4th of July Dessert


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

A festive layered dessert featuring chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and red and blue berries for a patriotic touch.


Ingredients

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  • 2 packages instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 4 cups cold milk
  • 1 package chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 oz whipped topping
  • Fresh strawberries
  • Fresh blueberries
  • Additional whipped topping for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare chocolate pudding according to package directions using cold milk.
  2. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Fold whipped topping into cream cheese mixture.
  4. Crush chocolate cookies into fine crumbs.
  5. Layer in a trifle dish: cookie crumbs, pudding, cream mixture.
  6. Add strawberries and blueberries in a pattern for patriotic effect.
  7. Top with additional whipped topping and garnish with remaining berries.

Notes

  • Can be made 12-24 hours in advance for better flavor.
  • Add final decorations just before serving.
  • For gluten-free version, use gluten-free cookies.
  • Can substitute vanilla pudding for chocolate.
  • Transport in a cooler with ice packs or use individual mason jars.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: undefined
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: patriotic dessert, dirt pudding, no-bake dessert, fourth of july dessert, trifle