Making Pumpkin Dirt Cups is simple when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Crush Cookies: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a resealable plastic bag. Use a rolling pin to crush them into fine crumbs. Set aside.
2. Mix Pumpkin Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
3. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is creamy and uniform in color.
4. Layer Ingredients: In clear cups or bowls, add a layer of the pumpkin mixture at the bottom.
5. Add Cookie Crumbs: Sprinkle a layer of crushed cookie crumbs over the pumpkin mixture.
6. Repeat Layers: Continue layering with more pumpkin mixture and cookie crumbs until the cups are filled, finishing with a layer of cookie crumbs on top.
7. Chill: Cover the cups with plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cups to chill.
8. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, add a dollop of whipped topping on top and decorate with candy pumpkins or chocolate sprinkles, if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating these incredible Pumpkin Dirt Cups effortlessly!