Mississippi Mud Pie
A rich, luscious dessert with a chocolate filling and a crunchy cookie crust that evokes warm family memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 2 cups whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s nice and ready for the pie.
- Combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl until well mixed. Press into a pie pan to form a crust.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Gradually add the melted chocolate, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the chopped pecans if using; pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool completely before topping with whipped cream and garnishing with chocolate shavings.
- Slice up your delicious creation, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra pop of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the whipped cream. You can also adjust the toppings and ingredients to match your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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