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Easy Creamy Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups

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A quick and easy no-bake fall dessert featuring creamy pumpkin filling layered with crunchy chocolate cookie crumbs, perfect for parties and cozy family nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping, thawed (use dairy-free if needed)
  • 15 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), crushed finely
  • Optional garnishes: mini candy pumpkins or candy eyeballs, chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Place 15 chocolate sandwich cookies into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed, resembling soil texture. Alternatively, crush cookies in a sealed plastic bag with a rolling pin. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix on low speed until combined and color is warm orange, about 2 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture with a spatula, keeping it light and airy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Spoon a layer of crushed cookies (about 2 tablespoons) into the bottom of each serving cup. Add a generous layer (about 1/4 cup) of pumpkin cream on top. Repeat layers once more, finishing with a sprinkle of cookie crumbs.
  6. Add optional garnishes such as mini candy pumpkins, candy eyeballs, or chopped nuts.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and cream to firm up.

Notes

Soften cream cheese well ahead of time to avoid lumps. Crush cookies finely for authentic dirt texture. Fold whipped topping gently to keep mixture airy. Chill at least 1 hour, overnight preferred for best flavor. For gluten-free, use gluten-free cookies. For vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping.

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