Mud Pie Dessert
A rich, creamy mud pie dessert featuring chocolate, coffee ice cream, and crunchy cookie crust — perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine crushed Oreo cookies with 1/3 cup melted butter.
- Press the mixture into a 13x9-inch pan to form the crust.
- Spread softened coffee ice cream over the crust.
- Cover and freeze until firm.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsweetened baking chocolate.
- Stir in sugar, salt, evaporated milk, and vanilla, then cook until thickened.
- Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly.
- Fold in whipped topping and coffee liqueur.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the ice cream layer.
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts on top.
- Freeze until completely firm before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using double-stuffed Oreo cookies. If you don’t have coffee liqueur, a strong brewed coffee can be used instead. Ensure the butter is fully melted before mixing with the crushed cookies for a better crust texture. Also, let the chocolate mixture cool to prevent it from melting the ice cream when layered.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Mud Pie Dessert with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a dollop of whipped cream on top. It pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. For a fun twist, try serving it alongside *Grace Snapp'S Coconut Pound Cake for a delightful combination of flavors.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. To enjoy, let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly, which makes it easier to slice. This dessert will keep well for up to a week in the freezer.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Mud Pie Dessert contains roughly 1361 calories, with 11g protein, 148g carbohydrates, and 83g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (69% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (50% of the Daily Value), and iron (23% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 700mg per serving (30% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when the chocolate mixture is thick enough?
The chocolate mixture is thick enough when it coats the back of a spoon and leaves a trail when you run your finger through it. This typically takes about 5-7 minutes of cooking at medium heat.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).