Name: Mississippi Mud Pie
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 25 chocolate wafer cookies (or Oreos), crushed; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; Pinch of salt; ½ cup unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups whole milk; 3 egg yolks; ½ cup granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons cocoa powder; 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream; 3 tablespoons powdered sugar; Cocoa powder or chocolate curls for garnish

Description

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey layers of this classic Mississippi Mud Pie! With a fudgy filling, creamy pudding, and fluffy whipped topping, this easy dessert is perfect for every chocolate lover.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

25 chocolate wafer cookies (or Oreos), crushed
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of salt

For the Fudgy Layer:

½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Pudding Layer:

2 cups whole milk
3 egg yolks
½ cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Whipped Topping:

1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Cocoa powder or chocolate curls for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine crushed cookies with melted butter and salt.
Press into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

Make the Fudgy Layer

In a saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla.
Cool slightly, add eggs, then stir in flour until combined.
Pour into cooled crust and bake 20–25 minutes. Cool completely.

Make the Pudding Layer

In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk.
Cook over medium heat until thickened.
Add a little of the hot mixture to egg yolks, then return to pan.
Stir in chocolate, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Pour over cooled layer. Chill for at least 3 hours.

Add the Whipped Cream Topping

Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Spread over chilled pie. Garnish with cocoa powder or chocolate curls.

Notes

For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the crust.
Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor.
To save time, use a pre-made Oreo crust.
Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor.
Add a splash of espresso or coffee liqueur to intensify the chocolate.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes