Can I use a graham cracker crust instead of Oreos?

Yes, though Oreo crust is traditional, graham crackers work well too.

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Absolutely make 1 day in advance and chill until serving.

Is Mississippi Mud Pie the same as chocolate pudding pie?

Not quite. Mud pie has richer layers, often baked with fudge-like filling plus pudding and cream.

Can I use store-bought whipped topping?

Yes, but homemade whipped cream gives a fresher taste.

Mississippi Mud Pie Recipe | Classic Southern Chocolate Dessert

Name: Mississippi Mud Pie: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 24 Oreo cookies (crushed into fine crumbs); 5 tbsp unsalted butter (melted); 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips; ½ cup unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs; 2 tbsp cocoa powder; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix; 2 cups cold milk; 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (cold); ¼ cup powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Chocolate curls or shavings; Chopped pecans or walnuts; Chocolate drizzle

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

24 Oreo cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)

5 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)

For the Chocolate Layer:

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

½ cup unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

2 tbsp cocoa powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Pudding Layer:

1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

2 cups cold milk

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)

¼ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Garnishes:

Chocolate curls or shavings

Chopped pecans or walnuts

Chocolate drizzle

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Instructions

1. Mix crushed Oreo crumbs with melted butter until well combined.

2. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing the filling.

3. Melt chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth.

4. Remove from heat, whisk in sugar, eggs, cocoa, and vanilla until creamy.

5. Pour over crust and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until set. Cool completely.

6. Whisk pudding mix with cold milk until thickened. Spread evenly over cooled chocolate base.

7. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

8. Spread or pipe over pudding layer.

9. Add garnishes of choice (chocolate curls, nuts, drizzle).

10. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.

Chill thoroughly for cleaner slices.

Let each layer cool or set before adding the next.

Author: Quinto
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Southern
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 23g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 135mg