Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed to resemble dirt. Alternatively, place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cold milk and instant chocolate pudding mix for about 2 minutes, or until the pudding thickens.

Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until fully combined to create a creamy filling.

Layer the dirt cups in clear plastic cups or glass jars. Start with a layer of crushed cookies (about 2 tablespoons), followed by a layer of the pudding mixture (about 3 tablespoons). Repeat the layering process until the cups are filled, ending with a layer of crushed cookies on top.

Decorate the top layer with diced strawberries, fresh blueberries, and optional red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive 4th of July look.

Refrigerate the dirt cups for at least 1 hour before serving to allow them to set and chill.

Serve cold and enjoy your patriotic treat!