Description
Mississippi Mud Pie is a rich and indulgent chocolate dessert featuring a fudgy cocoa-based filling baked in a pre-made graham cracker crust. Topped with melted mini marshmallows and finished with whipped cream and mini chocolate chips, this layered pie is perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a decadent treat.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 pre-baked graham cracker crust
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Topping
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up and be ready for baking the pie.
- Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Fill the crust: Pour the prepared chocolate batter into the pre-baked graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
- Add marshmallow topping: Remove the pie from the oven, immediately sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly over the top, then return the pie to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the marshmallows to melt and slightly brown.
- Cool and chill: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. After cooling, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set fully.
- Finish with toppings: Before serving, spread whipped cream evenly over the top and sprinkle mini chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the graham cracker crust is pre-baked for optimal crust texture.
- Do not overbake the pie to maintain a fudgy consistency.
- Use fresh eggs and high-quality cocoa powder for best flavor.
- The chilling step is crucial to firm up the pie and enhance flavors.
- For a toasted marshmallow effect, watch the marshmallows closely during the final bake.
