When Halloween rolls around, the kitchen becomes a playground for spooky creations, and Graveyard Pudding Cups are the perfect treat to bring some eerie fun to the table.
Layers of rich chocolate pudding are topped with a layer of “dirt” made from crushed chocolate cookies, creating a dark, crumbly topping that looks just like freshly dug soil.
And of course, the true Halloween magic comes in the finishing touches: tombstone-shaped cookies stand at attention, and a sprinkle of gummy worms wiggle their way through the “earth,” just waiting to be discovered.
What I love about this recipe is how ridiculously easy it is to pull together, making it a go-to for parties, last-minute treats, or fun kitchen time with kids.
It’s a crowd-pleaser, and with Halloween treat searches up nearly 30% this time of year, it’s clear that everyone’s on the lookout for simple, spooky desserts like these. So grab your spoons and get ready to dig in—literally.
Why I Love This Recipe (And You Will Too)
- Takes minutes to make: Perfect for busy nights or last-minute gatherings, this dessert is both quick and fun to prepare.
- Kid-approved fun: Little hands love to help “dig” through the layers, making it an ideal recipe for families with young kids.
- Halloween classic: The gummy worms and cookie “dirt” add a nostalgia factor that makes Halloween celebrations feel complete.
- Great for creativity: From writing on the “tombstones” to adding your favorite candies, this recipe can easily be customized.
- No baking required: All the Halloween fun with none of the oven time!
Halloween Graveyard Pudding Cups
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing Bowls
- Spoon
- Plastic
- Icing Writing Pen
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 cups chocolate pudding
- 10 Oreo cookies cream filling removed
- 4 Milano cookies
- black writing icing
- squeezable tube icing colors of choice
- 4 candy pumpkins
- 12 candy bones
- 4 gummy worms
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos using a rolling pin or food processor to make “dirt” (optional for faster pudding cups).
- Spoon 1 cup of pudding into each plastic cup (or ½ cup for smaller treats).
- If using the “dirt,” sprinkle a layer of crushed Oreo on top of the pudding.
- Use black icing to write “R.I.P” on each cookie, making a headstone.
- Insert the cookie headstone into the pudding so it stands upright.
- Decorate with gummy worms, candy pumpkins, and candy bones.
- Serve immediately, or store in the fridge for up to 2 days (cookies may soften if left too long).