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Mississippi Mud Pie

Indulge in the rich and chocolatey layers of Best Mississippi Mud Pie, featuring a gooey chocolate filling balanced with a crumbly graham cracker crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For serving
  • 1 cup whipped cream for topping
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Mixing the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
  2. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips until evenly incorporated.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling mixture into the cooled crust.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set but slightly fudgy.
  3. Avoid overbaking to ensure a gooey texture.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 1 hour.
  2. When ready to serve, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Notes

For substitutions, feel free to swap pecans for walnuts or hazelnuts. Avoid overmixing the filling for a lighter texture. Store tightly covered in plastic wrap or foil in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.