Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Mississippi Mud Pie is the ultimate dessert indulgence with its layers of rich chocolate, creamy pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and a crunchy cookie crust. This decadent pie offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a showstopper for any gathering or a luxurious treat for yourself.

ingredients

The Best Mississippi Mud Pie (Ultimate Recipe)

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)unsalted buttersemisweet chocolateunsweetened chocolateheavy creamgranulated sugareggscoffee or espresso powdervanilla extractcocoa powderconfectioners’ sugarsalt

directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.

Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.

Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and sides of the pie dish to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.

Melt semisweet and unsweetened chocolate together with butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and coffee powder until thick and pale.

Slowly mix the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, add vanilla extract, and blend until smooth.

Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until the center is just set. Cool completely.

Whip heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar and a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.

Spread the whipped cream over the cooled pie and dust with cocoa powder.

Chill the pie for at least 2 hours before serving.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields 8-10 slices.Preparation time: 25 minutesBaking time: 30-35 minutesCooling and chilling time: 2-3 hoursTotal time: about 3.5 hours

Variations

Use a graham cracker crust instead of a cookie crust for a lighter base.

Add chopped pecans or walnuts between the chocolate layers for added crunch.

Incorporate a marshmallow layer for an extra traditional mud pie touch.

Top with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Swap the semisweet chocolate for dark chocolate for a more intense flavor.

storage/reheating

Store Mississippi Mud Pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.For longer storage, freeze the pie for up to 2 months.Thaw frozen pie overnight in the refrigerator before serving.No reheating is necessary; enjoy it chilled!

FAQs

What makes it a “mud pie”?

The name comes from the pie’s gooey, messy layers that resemble Mississippi River mud.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes, it’s actually better when made a day ahead to let the flavors develop.

Can I use store-bought whipped cream?

Homemade whipped cream is recommended for the best texture and flavor, but store-bought can be used in a pinch.

What if I don’t have coffee powder?

You can omit it, but it enhances the chocolate flavor beautifully.

Is it safe to eat the eggs?

Yes, the eggs are baked during the process, making the pie safe to eat.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Use gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies for the crust to make the pie gluten-free.

Can I use milk chocolate?

Milk chocolate can be used, but it will make the pie sweeter and less rich.

Do I need a stand mixer?

A hand mixer works just fine for whipping the cream and blending the filling.

Can I add a pudding layer?

Yes, you can add a layer of chocolate pudding between the baked filling and the whipped cream for extra decadence.

How do I slice it neatly?

Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between cuts.

Conclusion

The Best Mississippi Mud Pie is a luscious, multi-layered masterpiece that delivers pure chocolate bliss in every bite. Perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions, this indulgent dessert is sure to become a beloved favorite you’ll want to make again and again.