Description
This No-Bake Oreo Mud Pie is a rich and creamy dessert featuring a chocolatey Oreo crust, a smooth cream cheese layer, and a luscious instant chocolate pudding topping. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat without the need for baking, this pie chills to set and is garnished with extra Cool Whip and Oreo crumbles for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tub (4 oz) Cool Whip, thawed
Chocolate Pudding Layer
- 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding
- 1 3/4 cups milk
Topping (Optional)
- Remaining 1/2 tub (4 oz) Cool Whip
- Additional crushed Oreos
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Crush Oreo cookies finely by placing them in a ziplock bag and using a rolling pin or your hands to break them down into fine crumbs. Combine the crumbs with the melted butter in a bowl until evenly mixed. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust.
- Make the cream cheese layer: In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in half of the thawed Cool Whip to lighten the mixture.
- Assemble cream cheese layer: Spread the cream cheese and Cool Whip mixture evenly over the Oreo crust in the pie dish, smoothing the surface.
- Prepare the pudding layer: In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix with 1 3/4 cups of milk until it thickens, following pudding package instructions closely.
- Add pudding layer: Pour the thickened chocolate pudding over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out evenly.
- Chill the pie: Place the assembled pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, or until fully set for easy slicing and serving.
- Finish and serve: Before serving, top the pie with the remaining Cool Whip and sprinkle additional crushed Oreos on top for an attractive and tasty garnish.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- You can substitute regular Oreos with double-stuffed for a richer crust.
- Chilling time is important as it allows the layers to set properly. Overnight chilling will enhance flavors even more.
- Use cold milk to help the pudding set quickly and achieve a creamier texture.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within 3 days for freshness.
