Prepare the Oreo Crumbs:

• Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or place them in a sealed bag and crush them with a rolling pin. You want a mixture of fine crumbs and larger pieces to mimic the texture of dirt.

Make the Creamy Filling:

• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and instant pudding mix until smooth and no lumps remain.
• Pour the pudding mixture into the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is incorporated.
• Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until evenly distributed.

Assemble the Dirt Cake:

• In a 13×9 inch dish, press half of the Oreo crumbs firmly into the bottom to create the first layer of “dirt.”
• Pour the creamy filling over the Oreo crumb base and spread it evenly.
• Top with the remaining Oreo crumbs to create the final layer of “dirt.”

Chill and Decorate:

• Refrigerate the Easter Dirt Cake for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the pudding to set completely.
• Just before serving, decorate the top of the cake with pastel M&Ms and PEEP marshmallows.