Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups (Gluten Free and Dairy Free)

These Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups are truly the easiest no-bake dessert and they are perfect for Halloween! They are cute, cozy and fall-themed! If you are planning a party and need an allergy-friendly option, these can be made gluten free, dairy free, nut free and more! Tweaking the classics and creating better-for-you recipes is the reason I started this blog! I love making treats that everyone can enjoy, no matter their allergies or dietary restrictions. These cute little chocolate dirt cups are the ultimate sweet fall treat and super festive. They're so easy to make, fun for kids and adults and can also be topped with all your favorite candies, from candy to pumpkins to gummy worms! I love that these are a low stress option for busy moms or people with allergies and chronic illness, who might need a quick treat to whip up in order to feel included or have their child feel included!

I love these Halloween-themed treats for a classroom party, fall festival, Thanksgiving or even fall birthday parties. I'm obsessed with the layers of chocolate, cookies and dreamy chocolate pudding. If you love these treats, try these Pumpkin Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins or my Halloween Bark made with homemade White Chocolate Ghosts! Check out these Gluten Free Fall Desserts for more inspiration.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

These simple, spooky and easy to make gluten free and dairy free treats have barely any prep and they are no bake.

Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups are the perfect activity to do with kids!

I love making this recipe for parties! They're great for Halloween parties or Thanksgiving.

I love that they're completely customizable so you can change them up depending on your allergies or dietary needs!

My pumpkin patch dirt cups are naturally allergy-friendly and easy to make gluten and dairy free.

They're budget-friendly but look pretty impressive!

Ingredients Needed

Chocolate sandwich cookies: Use your favorite chocolate sandwich cookies that fit with your allergies and dietary needs.

Whipped cream: I used dairy free coconut whipped cream in this recipe to keep it dairy free. You can also use regular whipped cream.

Sunflower seed butter: You can also use nut butter here if you wish!

Chocolate pudding: I used dairy free chocolate pudding cups for this recipe. You can also use regular pudding if you do not need a dairy free option!

Find exact ingredients and quantities in the recipe card.

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Grab your ingredients.

Step 2: Pop the cookies into a plastic bag and crush them up.

Step 3: Mix together whipped cream and sunflower seed butter. 

Step 4: Layer the chocolate pudding, whipped sunflower butter cream and cookie crumbs into your glasses.

Step 5: Top with mini pumpkin garnishes or candy and chill or enjoy!

Storage

These Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups keep for about 48 hours in the refrigerator so you can make them a day ahead! I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

Variations

• Switch out the chocolate pudding for another flavor, like vanilla or caramel! You can also dye vanilla pudding orange for a spooky Halloween effect.
• Use different flavored cookies, like chocolate mint or chocolate chip.
• Top with gummy worms, my White Chocolate Ghosts, caramel, fruit, sprinkles or candies!
• Skip the whipped cream and layer just pudding and cookies for the classic dirt cup.
• You can also make this dessert in a baking pan instead of mini cups for a larger version and turn it into a graveyard!
• Add edible "grass" to the top by using green food dye to dye coconut shreds or using green frosting.

How To Serve 

• Serve these Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups on a Halloween or Thanksgiving dessert table!
• Use them as a fun activity for kids to make their own!

Related Recipes

Be sure to try these fun fall recipes next:

Halloween Burgers

Gluten Free Pumpkin Banana Bread

Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte

If you make these pumpkin patch dirt cups and love them, I would really appreciate a 5 star review! I also love seeing your creations so please tag me on Instagram or TikTok.