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Mississippi Mud Pie Recipe

Mississippi Mud Pie Recipe
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Mississippi Mud Pie is a decadent, multi-layered chocolate dessert featuring a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, a rich fudgy layer, a smooth chocolate mousse topping, and finished with fluffy whipped cream and optional chocolate decorations. This classic American dessert offers a perfect balance of textures and intense chocolate flavor, ideal for special occasions or satisfying chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 24 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Fudge Layer

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Mousse Layer

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1½ cups heavy cream, divided
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

For the Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Decorations

  • Chocolate shavings
  • Chocolate curls
  • Chocolate sticks or pieces
  • A light dusting of cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add the melted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to compact it tightly. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
  2. Prepare the Fudge Layer: In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the fudge mixture over the cooled crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is slightly wobbly. Cool completely.
  3. Make the Chocolate Mousse Layer: Melt the chocolate chips with ½ cup of heavy cream in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly. Whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture. Spread the mousse evenly over the cooled fudge layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until set.
  4. Whipped Cream Topping: Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the chocolate mousse layer. For a decorative finish, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
  5. Add the Finishing Touches: Decorate the top with chocolate shavings, curls, or pieces. Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder, if desired, for a polished look.

Notes

  • Ensure the crust is fully cooled before adding the fudge layer to prevent mixing of layers.
  • Be careful not to overbake the fudge layer; it should be set around the edges but slightly wobbly in the center.
  • Chilling the pie for at least 3 hours is essential for mousse to set properly.
  • Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry for clean slicing.
  • The pie can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavors.

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