Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups: How To Make 1st Place Desserts

Why Make This Recipe

Imagine a treat that’s both spooky and sweet, perfect for Halloween without needing fancy skills. These Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups are just that! You will love them because they are easy to make, fun for kids to help with, and always a hit at parties. They are also individually sized, which makes serving simple, and you can change them up to suit your taste. Plus, with a rich cookie base, creamy chocolate pudding, and fun toppings, they taste absolutely delicious.

How to Make Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

Making these Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups is a fun project, divided into simple steps to create a spooky and delicious treat. You start by baking firm, fudgy cookie cups, then fill them with creamy chocolate pudding. After that, you add crushed cookies for “dirt” and decorate with candy tombstones, worms, and pumpkins. Each step is easy to follow, allowing you to create charmingly eerie desserts.

Ingredients of Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

• For the Cookie Cups:
• All-purpose flour
• Unsweetened cocoa powder
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Unsalted butter, softened
• Granulated sugar
• Brown sugar, packed
• Large egg
• Vanilla extract

• For the Pudding Filling:
• Instant chocolate pudding mix
• Cold milk

• For the “Dirt” and Decorations:
• Oreo cookies (or similar chocolate sandwich cookies)
• Candy pumpkins
• Gummy worms
• Milano cookies (or similar rectangular shortbread cookies)
• Black or brown food-safe edible marker (optional)
• Green sprinkles or shredded coconut dyed green (for “grass”)

Directions of Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

1. Prepare the Cookie Cups
2. Heat your oven.
3. Put liners in a muffin tin.
4. Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
5. Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
6. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
7. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
8. Scoop dough into the muffin tin. Press it firmly to make a cup shape.
9. Bake until the edges are firm. If they puff up, gently reshape them with a spoon.
10. Let the cookie cups cool completely in the muffin tin before you take them out.

1. Whip Up the Rich Pudding
2. Whisk instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk as per package instructions until it thickens.
3. Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to help it set more.

1. Create the Spooky “Dirt”
2. Put Oreo cookies in a food processor and blend until they look like fine dirt crumbs.
3. Alternatively, place cookies in a bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

1. Assemble Your Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups
2. Once the cookie cups are cool, spoon or pipe chocolate pudding into each cup, filling it almost to the top.
3. Sprinkle a lot of Oreo “dirt” over the pudding. You can gently press it down if you want.
4. Place a Milano cookie “tombstone” into the “dirt” at one end of each cup. (You can write “RIP” on the tombstones with an edible marker if you like.)
5. Arrange gummy worms so they peek out from the “dirt.”
6. Add one or two candy pumpkins for a festive touch.
7. For “grass,” sprinkle green sprinkles or dyed shredded coconut around the tombstone.

How to Serve Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

Serve these Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups chilled for the best taste and texture. They are perfect as individual desserts at Halloween parties or as a fun treat for family gatherings. Arrange them on a platter for guests to easily pick up and enjoy.

How to Store Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

Store any leftover Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. The cookie cups might get a little soft over time, but they will still taste good.

Tips to Make Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups

• Cool Completely: Always make sure your cookie cups are fully cooled before you fill them. Also, let the pudding set for enough time. This makes sure everything has the best texture.
• Don’t Overmix: When you make the cookie dough, mix it only until the ingredients are just combined. This keeps the cups tender.
• Be Creative: Feel free to try different pudding flavors, like vanilla or even pumpkin spice, to make them unique.
• Firm Tombstones: For tombstones that stand up better, you can trim Milano cookies to create a flatter bottom or use a little melted chocolate to attach them.

Variation

• Peanut Butter Graveyard: Use peanut butter cookie cups. Mix peanut butter into your chocolate pudding for a delicious change.
• White Chocolate Ghosts: Melt white chocolate and pipe small ghost shapes onto parchment paper. Let them harden, then place them on top of your Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups.
• Spiderweb Tops: After adding the “dirt,” drizzle a small circle of white chocolate in the middle. Then, use a toothpick to drag lines from the center outward to make a spiderweb design.
• Vegan Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups: Use a vegan chocolate cookie recipe for the cups and dairy-free instant pudding. Make sure your candies are also vegan-friendly.

FAQs

Q1: Can I make the Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups ahead of time? A1: Yes, you can! Bake the cookie cups 2-3 days before and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. You can make the pudding a day before and keep it in the refrigerator. Assemble the Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups a few hours before you plan to serve them for the freshest look, but they are still good if assembled a day earlier.

Q2: What if I don’t have a specific cookie for the “tombstones”? A2: That’s fine! You can use any rectangular cookie you have, like graham crackers, shortbread cookies, or even pieces of chocolate wafer cookies. You can also use pretzel rods and write on them with edible markers for a fun touch. The idea is to make them look like tombstones.

Q3: Are these Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups good for a big party? A3: Yes, they are great for parties! Each cup is a separate serving, so they are easy for guests to grab and eat. You can easily double or triple the recipe if you need more for a larger group. People really like how simple these Graveyard Pudding Cookie Cups are to enjoy.

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