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The Best Mississippi Mud Pie (Ultimate Recipe)

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  • Author: cozykitcheneats
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour (plus 4 hours chilling)
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

The ultimate Mississippi Mud Pie features a rich, layered dessert of chocolate cookie crust, fudgy brownie base, creamy chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream topping—perfect for chocoholics.

Ingredients

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  • For the crust:
  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, without filling)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • For the brownie layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the pudding layer:
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 3/4 cups whole milk
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the topping:
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate shavings or crushed cookies for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch deep dish pie plate or springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  2. Make the brownie layer: In a medium bowl, melt butter. Stir in sugar, eggs, cocoa, flour, salt, and vanilla. Pour over the crust and bake for 20–22 minutes, or until set. Let cool completely.
  3. Make the pudding: In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 7–9 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in chopped chocolate and vanilla. Let cool slightly, then pour over the brownie layer. Chill until firm, at least 4 hours.
  4. Make the topping: Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over chilled pudding layer.
  5. Garnish with chocolate shavings or crushed cookies. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Best made a day ahead for the layers to set fully.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for maximum richness.
  • Can be made in a springform pan for cleaner slices.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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