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Mississippi Mud Pie

A rich and indulgent chocolate dessert featuring layers of brownie, chocolate mousse, and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 16 pieces Oreo cookies Use double-stuffed for added creaminess!
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
For the Brownie Layer
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2/3 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with almond flour.
For the Topping
  • 6 pieces Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Mousse
  • 6 ounces milk chocolate, chopped fine
  • 1 cup heavy cream, very cold + divided
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Make Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, crush 16 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
  3. Mix in 1 tablespoon of sugar and 4 tablespoons of melted butter until combined.
  4. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for about 10 minutes or until set. Set aside to cool.
Make Brownie Layer
  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine 4 ounces of bittersweet chocolate and 3 tablespoons of butter. Melt over a double boiler or in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
  2. Mix in 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder, and 2/3 cup of dark brown sugar.
  3. Once combined, whisk in 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let it cool.
Make The Topping
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 6 crushed Oreo cookies, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  2. Pour in 2 tablespoons of melted butter and mix until crumbly. Set aside for later use.
Make The Mousse
  1. In a small bowl, melt 6 ounces of milk chocolate. Allow it to cool slightly while you whip the cream.
  2. In another bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until combined.
  4. Pour the mousse over the cooled brownie layer and smooth it out. Sprinkle the cookie crumb topping all over. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

Make sure your ingredients, especially the heavy cream, are very cold to achieve optimal volume in the whipped cream. Avoid rushing the cooling process; the layers set better when given ample time.