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Decadent Mississippi Mud Pie: Rich Layered Dessert

A decadent slice of 4-layer mud pie dessert showing layers of crust, mousse, and whipped topping with chocolate shavings.
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Make this rich, layered Mississippi Mud Pie. It features a crunchy crust, fudgy chocolate filling, and creamy topping for an indulgent, easy homemade pie experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup chocolate shavings, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the cream cheese layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until combined. Add 1/2 cup of milk and mix until smooth. Gently fold in half of the thawed whipped topping (about 1/2 cup). Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  3. Make the pudding layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups of cold milk for about 2 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken. Spread this chocolate pudding mixture over the cream cheese layer.
  4. Top the pie: Spread the remaining half of the first whipped topping portion over the pudding layer. Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  5. Finish and serve: Before serving, spread the remaining container of thawed whipped topping over the pie. Sprinkle the top evenly with chocolate shavings. Slice and serve this decadent chocolate dessert cold.

Notes

  • You can substitute graham cracker crumbs for the chocolate cookie crumbs if you prefer a less intense chocolate base.
  • For a firmer pie, use a 9-inch springform pan instead of a pie plate.
  • This pie tastes best when made ahead of time, allowing the layers to set completely.

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