Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Mississippi Mud Pie stacks chocolate Oreo crust, fudgy brownie base, silky chocolate pudding, and whipped cream for decadent layers that slice cleanly after chilling.
Ready in 45 minutes active plus overnight set, it serves 12 with restaurant shine.
Why This Recipe Works
Oreo crust stays crisp under moisture. Brownie bakes fudgy not cakey using melted chocolate base. Pudding sets firm with cold milk whisk. Stabilized whipped cream holds shape. Layer chill sequence prevents sogginess. Cocoa ratios balance bitter-sweet.
Ingredients & Prep
Crust:
- 25 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 5 tbsp butter, melted
Brownie Layer:
- 4 oz bittersweet chocolate
- ½ cup butter
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp vanilla
Pudding Layer:
- 2 pkgs instant chocolate pudding
- 2½ cups cold milk
Topping:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat 350°F. Mix Oreo crumbs + butter; press 9×13 pan. Bake 10 minutes; cool.
- Melt chocolate + butter; whisk sugar, eggs, cocoa, flour, vanilla into batter.
- Pour brownie over crust; bake 25 minutes fudgy. Cool completely.
- Whisk pudding mixes + milk 2 minutes thick. Spread over brownie; chill 1 hour.
- Whip cream + sugar stiff peaks; spread top. Garnish shavings. Chill overnight.

Flavor Variations
| Variation | Key Add/Swap | Resulting Twist |
|---|---|---|
| Peanut Butter | PB cups in brownie | Reese’s explosion |
| Espresso | 1 tbsp espresso powder | Coffee intensified |
| Salted Caramel | Caramel drizzle + sea salt | Gourmet contrast |
| Cheesecake | Cream cheese pudding layer | Hybrid decadence |
Storage Tips
Fridge airtight 5 days; freezes 1 month.
FAQs
Brownie sinks?
Fully cool crust; don’t overbake.
Pudding runny?
Cold milk; whisk vigorously 2 minutes.
Cream weeps?
Chill bowl/whisks first.
Conclusion
Mississippi Mud Pie chocolate-hugs indulgence layered perfection.
PrintMississippi Mud Pie Recipe
Mississippi Mud Pie layers chocolate cookie crust, fudgy brownie, silky chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream for ultimate chocolate decadence. No-bake elements make it perfect for summer gatherings or anytime chocolate craving strikes.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Total Time: 4 hours (incl. chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven/No-Bake
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Oreo Crust:
- 24 Oreo cookies (whole, with filling)
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Brownie Layer:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Pudding Layer:
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Pinch salt
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped Cream:
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Crush Oreos into fine crumbs (food processor). Mix with melted butter. Press firmly into 9-inch springform pan bottom and up sides slightly. Bake 8-10 minutes. Cool completely.
- 2. For brownie: Microwave butter and chocolate 30-second intervals until melted, stirring between. Whisk in sugar, then eggs and vanilla. Fold in flour, cocoa, salt. Spread evenly in cooled crust. Bake 20-25 minutes until just set (center may jiggle slightly). Cool completely.
- 3. For pudding: Whisk milk, cornstarch, sugar, salt in saucepan over medium heat. Cook until thickened (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat, add chopped chocolate and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Pour over cooled brownie. Refrigerate 2 hours until set.
- 4. For whipped cream: Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Spread over pudding layer. Garnish with chocolate shavings. Chill 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Springform pan easiest for clean slices; deep-dish pie plate works too.
- Don’t overbake brownie slightly underdone stays fudgy.
- Make components ahead: crust/brownie day 1, pudding day 2, whipped cream serving day.
- Freeze whole pie up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge.
- Use high-quality chocolate impacts flavor significantly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.8g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: mississippi mud pie, chocolate layered dessert, oreo brownie pie

