Hilarious Kitty Litter Cake Dessert

This hilarious kitty litter cake is a party favorite that looks totally wrong—but tastes totally right. It’s a clever and outrageous dessert made with crumbled cakes, pudding, and cookies, all made to look like a used litter box. The realistic presentation combined with the sweet flavor makes this the ultimate gag dessert for April Fool’s Day, Halloween, or any quirky get-together.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how this cake always gets a huge reaction. It’s the kind of dessert that makes people do a double take, laugh, and then cautiously ask, “Is that really cake?” Once they taste it, though, they’re hooked. The mix of moist cake, creamy pudding, and crunchy cookies is oddly addictive—and the Tootsie Roll “droppings” are just the cherry on top of the prank.

ingredients

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german chocolate cake mix
white cake mix
ingredients needed to prepare the cakes (like eggs, water, and oil)
instant vanilla pudding mix
milk
vanilla sandwich cookies (such as Golden Oreos)
green food coloring
Tootsie Rolls
1 new, unused cat litter box
1 new, unused litter scoop

directions

1. I start by baking both cake mixes according to package directions. Once they’re baked, I let them cool completely.

2. While the cakes are cooling, I prepare the pudding by mixing it with cold milk. I chill it in the fridge until it thickens.

3. I crush the vanilla sandwich cookies in a food processor until they resemble coarse crumbs. I take a small portion of the crumbs and tint them green with a few drops of food coloring.

4. When the cakes are cool, I crumble them up into a large bowl. I stir in enough pudding to give the mixture a slightly moist, scoopable texture—kind of like real litter.

5. I transfer this cake-pudding mix into the clean litter box and spread it out. Then I sprinkle the cookie crumbs over the top, adding the green-tinted crumbs last for extra realism.

6. For the final touch, I soften the Tootsie Rolls in the microwave and shape them to look like—you guessed it—cat poop. I place them randomly on top of the cake and even hang one over the edge of the box.

7. To serve, I use the clean litter scoop and watch everyone’s faces as they realize what’s going on.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 20 servings. From start to finish, it takes around 1 hour 45 minutes—including baking, cooling, and assembly.

Variations

• I sometimes switch the pudding flavor to chocolate or butterscotch for a richer taste.

• Chocolate sandwich cookies give it a darker, messier look if I want to really amp up the prank.

• For themed parties, I’ve added edible decorations like candy worms or little plastic flies (just make sure they’re food-safe).

storage/reheating

I store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This cake doesn’t need reheating—it’s best served chilled or at room temperature. If the texture dries out, I just mix in a little extra pudding before serving.

FAQs

Can I use homemade cakes instead of boxed mix?

Yes, I’ve made this using my favorite homemade cake recipes and it works great. Just be sure to cool them fully before crumbling.

What kind of cookies work best for the topping?

Vanilla sandwich cookies work best for that authentic “litter” look, but chocolate ones are great for a more dramatic effect.

How do I get the Tootsie Rolls to look realistic?

I microwave them for just a few seconds until they’re soft, then shape them by hand. Sometimes I even bend one over the edge for fun.

Is it safe for kids to eat?

Yes, it’s totally safe and kid-friendly—though some might hesitate at first because of the appearance!

Can I make it the day before?

I often make it ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. I usually wait to add the Tootsie Rolls until just before serving so they look fresh.

Conclusion

This kitty litter cake might look like a disaster, but it’s actually a genius dessert. It’s fun, creative, and always gets a laugh—plus, it tastes like a dream. If I want to shock and delight my guests at the same time, this cake is my go-to prank treat.