Introduction

Mississippi Mud Pie is a decadent chocolate dessert layered with a cookie crust, rich fudge, creamy mousse, and fluffy whipped cream topping. Its combination of textures and deep chocolate flavor makes it an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover.

A close-up of a three-layer chocolate mousse cake slice on a white plate with a thin dark rim, placed on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is a dense, dark brown crust with a slightly crumbly texture. The middle layer is a thick, smooth light brown chocolate mousse with a creamy texture. The top layer is a fluffy, white whipped cream layer. The slice is topped with several large, dark chocolate curls and small chocolate shavings scattered across the whipped cream and plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

For the crust: 24 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the fudge layer: 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the chocolate mousse layer: 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1½ cups heavy cream, divided
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
For the whipped cream topping: 1½ cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional decorations: chocolate shavings, curls, sticks or pieces, light dusting of cocoa powder

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add the melted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to compact it tightly. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
Step 2: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the fudge mixture over the cooled crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is slightly wobbly. Cool completely.
Step 3: Melt the chocolate chips with ½ cup of heavy cream in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly. Whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Spread the mousse evenly over the cooled fudge layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until set.
Step 4: Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the chocolate mousse layer. For a decorative finish, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
Step 5: Decorate the top with chocolate shavings, curls, or pieces. Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder, if desired, for a polished look.

Tips & Variations

Use a food processor for the crust to get fine, even crumbs that bind well with butter.
For an extra chocolate kick, add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the fudge layer.
Substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet for a richer flavor.
Top with chopped nuts or a drizzle of caramel for added texture and taste.

Storage

Store Mississippi Mud Pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving. Reheat is not recommended, as it’s best enjoyed chilled.

How to Serve

A round pie in a white dish shows four distinct layers: the bottom crust is dark and crumbly, made of crushed cookies; above it is a thin, light beige layer that looks smooth and firm; next is a thick milk chocolate layer with a creamy texture; the top layer is a fluffy white whipped cream spread unevenly. The whipped cream is drizzled with dark chocolate syrup and sprinkled with small dark chocolate shavings. One slice is missing, showing the layers clearly. The dish is on a white marbled surface with a piece of chocolate on a wooden board and a white plate with a slice of pie in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, this pie actually tastes better after chilling for several hours or overnight, allowing the layers to set and flavors to meld perfectly.

What can I use if I don’t have chocolate sandwich cookies?

You can substitute with any chocolate cookie or graham cracker crumbs, though the flavor and texture of the crust might differ slightly.

Mississippi Mud Pie Recipe

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This decadent Mississippi Mud Pie features a rich chocolate cookie crust, a luscious fudge layer, a light and airy chocolate mousse, and a fluffy whipped cream topping. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this pie combines multiple textures and deep chocolate flavors for an indulgent dessert experience.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

FOR THE CRUST

24 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

FOR THE FUDGE LAYER

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

FOR THE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE LAYER

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1½ cups heavy cream, divided
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

FOR THE WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING

1½ cups heavy cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

OPTIONAL DECORATIONS

Chocolate shavings
Chocolate curls
Chocolate sticks or pieces
A light dusting of cocoa powder

Instructions

Make the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add the melted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to compact it tightly. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
Prepare the fudge layer: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the fudge mixture over the cooled crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is slightly wobbly. Cool completely.
Make the chocolate mousse layer: Melt the chocolate chips with ½ cup of heavy cream in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly. Whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Spread the mousse evenly over the cooled fudge layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until set.
Prepare the whipped cream topping: Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the chocolate mousse layer. For a decorative finish, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
Add the finishing touches: Decorate the top with chocolate shavings, curls, or pieces. Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder, if desired, for a polished look.

Notes

Ensure the crust is completely cooled before adding the fudge layer to avoid melting or sogginess.
Use fresh eggs for the fudge layer to ensure safety, as it is lightly baked.
For a richer flavor, use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips.
The mousse layer requires chilling for at least 3 hours for proper setting.
Optional decorations add both flavor and aesthetic appeal.
The pie is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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