Mississippi Mud Pie with a Creamy Chocolate Filling
Indulge in a decadent Mississippi Mud Pie featuring a rich, chocolatey filling and a satisfyingly crunchy crust. This classic dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 32 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate wafer crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- For the Filling:
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For the Topping:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine chocolate wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is set. Let cool completely.
- Make the Filling: In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler), combine bittersweet chocolate, unsweetened chocolate, heavy cream, milk, sugar, and butter. Stir until the chocolate and butter are melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the filling to set completely.
- Prepare the Topping: In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a thin layer of chocolate ganache between the crust and the filling. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added decadence.