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Dirt Cake Cookies Recipe

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This Dirt Cake Cookie recipe features a rich chocolate cookie base blended with crushed Oreos, topped with smooth chocolate frosting and playful gummy worms. These cookies mimic a mini garden in appearance and offer a fun, delicious treat perfect for parties and children’s gatherings.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
  • 1⅓ cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 10 Oreos, crushed
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Frosting

  • 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup light cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup butter, room temperature
  • 4-5 tbsp milk of choice

Topping

  • 24 gummy worms
  • 2 Oreos, crushed (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Crush Oreos: Using a small food processor, pulse the 10 Oreos until finely crumbled. Set Oreo crumbs aside to be folded into the cookie dough later.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the room temperature unsalted butter with the light brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in color, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a smooth batter base.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add black cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, Oreo crumbs, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until a very dark, thick cookie dough forms, fully combined without streaks.
  6. Scoop and Shape Cookies: Using a ½ tablespoon cookie scooper, portion the dough into even balls. Roll each between your hands for a smooth shape and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set and slightly firm. Avoid overbaking to keep a chewy center.
  8. Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on it for 2-3 minutes. Then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Make Frosting: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine powdered sugar, light cocoa powder, and room temperature butter. Begin beating the mixture; gradually add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until you achieve a luscious, thick chocolate frosting consistency.
  10. Frost Cookies: Spread the frosting generously on each cooled cookie using a spoon, piping bag, or ziplock bag with a small corner cut. Use circular motions for a nice decorative effect.
  11. Add Toppings: Finish by placing one gummy worm on top of each frosted cookie. Optionally, sprinkle extra crushed Oreo crumbs over the frosting for added texture and flavor.
  12. Store: Store the finished cookies in the refrigerator if you prefer a firmer frosting or in a cool, dry place for a softer frosting texture. Keep them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container on the counter for a soft, chewy texture or refrigerate for a chilled, firmer frosting.
  • Use a piping bag for a neater frosting application if desired, though a spoon works well.
  • Gummy worms add a fun garden effect and can be swapped for any candy worms or edible decorations of your choice.
  • Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature before mixing for better texture and consistency.
  • Do not overbake cookies to maintain a moist and chewy center.

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