A decadent Southern classic, Mississippi Mud Pie is a rich, chocolatey dessert layered with smooth pudding, velvety whipped cream, and a buttery crust. Known for its dense, fudgy texture and melt-in-your-mouth flavor, this dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or syrup for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, combine sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Whisk in eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until the batter becomes smooth and glossy. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans if desired.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the cooled crust and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly soft. Allow it to cool before adding the whipped cream topping. Spread whipped cream evenly over the top and garnish with chocolate shavings or a drizzle of chocolate syrup. Chill before serving for best results.
Servings
Serves 8 people
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
- Sugar: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 190mg
Notes
Mississippi Mud Pie tastes best when served slightly chilled. You can make it ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 2 days. For a crunchier crust, use chocolate wafer cookies instead of graham crackers.
Tips
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- Don’t overbake the pie; the center should remain slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
- Add espresso powder to the batter to enhance the chocolate taste.
- Top with toasted pecans or marshmallows for an extra Southern twist.
- Allow the pie to set fully before cutting to keep clean slices.
