Now this is what we call a decadent pie. Any other sweet has a difficult time competing with this layered masterpiece comprised of a graham-cracker base, brownie, and chocolate pudding, all crowned by whipped cream. It all comes together for a rich (and delicious) treat, and that’s precisely what we love about it.
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Why is it called Mississippi Mud Pie?
The origins of this pie are a little…muddy. Some people think it came about as a variation of Mississippi Mud cake, which was a popular dessert in the South during World War II. Others believe the name came about when someone compared a melting chocolate pie to the Mississippi River’s muddy, unclear waters, and the name stuck ever since. Whatever the origin, this layered treat has become a Southern staple, and a rich Christmas/g47/best-Christmas-desserts/” target=”_blank” data-vars-ga-outbound-link=”https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/Christmas/g47/best-Christmas-desserts/” data-vars-ga-ux-element=”Hyperlink” data-vars-ga-call-to-action=”holiday dessert” class=”body-link css-1i7jlb0 emevuu60″>holiday dessert.
What are the layers?
Mississippi mud pie can vary from recipe from recipe — they’re not all exactly the same! Some may have two layers, some may have six. Here, we stacked our ideal pie with a chocolate graham-cracker base, a Nutella-flavored brownie, and chocolate pudding all topped by homemade whipped cream. The result? A stunning (and delicious) multi-layered dream when you cut a slice.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Absolutely! This pie benefits from a long chilling time, so feel free to put it in the fridge overnight to serve the next day. We recommend waiting to top the pie with your homemade whipped cream and desired toppings until you’re ready to serve.
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Editor’s Note: This intro was updated to add more information about the dish on August 30, 2022.
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