Here is a fun, easy, and utterly delightful recipe that the whole family will enjoy: Dirt and Worms Ice Cream Floats! Not only will this become your little ones’ favorite dessert, but it’s also a fantastic way to get them involved in the kitchen. Plus, these guilty pleasures are perfect for cooling off on warm summer days!
What exactly are Dirt and Worms desserts?
Dirt and Worms desserts are a playful and delicious take on traditional sweet treats. They often involve ingredients like Oreo cookies (our edible ‘dirt’), gummy worms, and chocolate pudding or ice cream. One popular variant is the Dirt Cake, where you layer chocolate pudding, crushed Oreos (dirt cookies), and gummy worms in individual cups, creating fun dirt cups!
You can also switch it up and use chocolate ice cream or even mint ice cream for a refreshing twist. The creative options are endless, making this a great recipe to adapt to your family’s taste.
What ingredients do you need for this dirt dessert?
- 6 to 8 scoops of cookies and cream ice cream
- 8 ounces cola or root beer
- 6 Oreo cookies, crushed
- Chocolate syrup
- Gummy worms
How do you make this ice cream milkshake?
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup around the inside of each glass.
- Add three to four scoops of ice cream to each glass.
- Pour the soda evenly over both glasses.
- Top the floats with crushed Oreos and gummy worms.
FAQs about Dirt and Worms Ice Cream Floats
Q: Can I prepare this dessert ahead of time?
A: Absolutely! You can make the individual cups a day before and cover them with plastic wrap. Just add the gummy worms and other toppings right before serving to keep them fresh.
Q: What if my kids don’t like cola or root beer?
A: Feel free to replace the soda with their favorite fizzy drink. This recipe is all about customization!
Q: I don’t have a food processor to crush the Oreos. What can I do?
A: No worries! Simply place your cookies in a ziplock bag and roll over them with a rolling pin. It’s a great stress-reliever, too!
Tips and Tricks
- Try making a TikTok video of the process with your kids. It’s a great way to bond and make memories. Plus, you’ll also have a record of your fun kitchen adventures!
- Add a scoop of ice cream to a glass of soda to make an ice cream float. Top with cookie crumbs, chocolate sprinkles, and a gummy worm for the full recipe experience.
- Feel like adding a twist? Why not a Mint Oreo Milkshake, where you blend mint ice cream with Oreo cookies, or even a Spider Web Brownie, where you draw a web on a brownie using vanilla ice cream and raspberry syrup.
- For Halloween, try Graveyard Halloween Milkshakes. Use a skeleton hand straw, or top your dirt cups with Cool Whip ‘ghosts’ to get into the Halloween spirit!
When and Where to Serve These Fun Floats
These treats are great for kids’ birthday parties, family get-togethers, or even as a surprise dessert after a day of chores. They’re also an excellent Halloween party option. In fact, they’re such a hit; you might have seen similar treats at places like Walt Disney World!
Similar Recipes
If you’re into these fun and unique desserts, you’ll also love making Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies or Cream Milkshakes with Andes Mints. Don’t forget to check out our Great Recipes section for more sweet ideas!
With these Dirt and Worms Ice Cream Floats, you’ll surely become the coolest mom on the block. Now, go ahead, get those aprons on, and start whipping up these incredible creations with your little helpers!
What are some other fun oreo recipes to try?
- Easy and Delicious Oreo Dirt Pie Recipe
- Easy Copycat Crumbl Oreo Cookies
- Easy Oreo Poke Cake
- Mint Chocolate Oreo Cookies and Cream Cake
- Oreo Cheesecake Chocolate Cake
If you are looking for more amazing delicious milkshake and floats recipes be sure to check out this comprehensive list –> The Best Milkshake and Floats Recipes
Easy Dirt and Worms Ice Cream Floats
These awesome dirt and worms cookies and cream ice cream floats are such a great treat for the summer!
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 scoops of cookies and cream ice cream
- 8 ounces cola or root beer
- 6 Oreo cookies, crushed
- Chocolate syrup
- Gummy worms
Instructions
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup around the inside of each glass.
- Add three to four scoops of ice cream to each glass.
- Pour the soda evenly over both glasses.
- Top the floats with crushed Oreos and gummy worms.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 912Total Fat 37gSaturated Fat 19gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 13gCholesterol 99mgSodium 446mgCarbohydrates 137gFiber 4gSugar 104gProtein 11g
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