Dirt Cake Recipe Healthy
A no-bake, creamy, and chocolatey dessert made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, almond milk, and whole-grain cookies. Perfect for kids and adults seeking a guilt-free treat.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls
- Hand whisk or electric mixer
- Spatula
- Food processor or rolling pin (for crushing cookies)
- Trifle dish or individual jars
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Plastic wrap or lid for refrigeration
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 package 3.4 oz sugar-free chocolate pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups coconut whipped cream or light whipped topping
- 20 –25 whole-grain sandwich cookies crushed
- 2 –3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Optional toppings: fresh berries dark chocolate shavings, gummy worms
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Pudding Base: Whisk almond milk and pudding mix until smooth. Let thicken 2–3 minutes.
- Add Greek Yogurt: Fold in yogurt until creamy.
- Mix in Whipped Cream: Fold in whipped cream to maintain fluffiness.
- Crush the Cookies: Crush cookies into fine crumbs.
- Layer the Dessert: Alternate layers of cookie crumbs and pudding mixture in a trifle dish or jars. Finish with crumbs on top.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Top with berries or chocolate if desired.
Notes
Can be made vegan with plant-based yogurt and cookies.
Refrigerate 3–4 days; freeze individual portions up to 1 month.
Chilling overnight improves flavor and texture.
Adjust sweetness using natural sweeteners.