Mississippi Mud Pie

Mississippi Mud Pie is a rich and indulgent Southern dessert featuring layers of chocolate fudge, creamy mousse, and fluffy whipped cream atop a crunchy chocolate cookie crust. Every bite is pure chocolate heaven!

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 4 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Southern

Calories: 580

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

24 chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos
6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1½ cups heavy cream divided
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1½ cups heavy cream
3 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
chocolate shavings optional, for garnish
chocolate curls or sticks optional, for garnish
cocoa powder for dusting, optional

Method

Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush chocolate cookies in a food processor until fine. Add melted butter and pulse to combine. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool completely.
Prepare the Fudge Layer: Melt chocolate chips and heavy cream over a double boiler or microwave until smooth. In a bowl, whisk sugar and eggs. Slowly pour melted chocolate into egg mixture, whisking constantly. Stir in vanilla. Pour over crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15–18 minutes. Cool completely.
Make the Chocolate Mousse Layer: Melt chocolate chips with ½ cup heavy cream until smooth, then cool slightly. Whip remaining 1 cup heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture. Spread evenly over fudge layer and chill at least 3 hours.
Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping: Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe over mousse layer.
Decorate: Garnish with chocolate shavings, curls, or cocoa powder for a beautiful finish. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of coffee or espresso powder to the fudge layer. This pie sets beautifully when chilled overnight, making it a perfect make-ahead dessert.