Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this ultimate no-bake chocolate pudding pie that delivers pure indulgence in every silky slice. Creamy chocolate filling nestled in a crumbly graham cracker crust promises a dessert experience you’ll savor from first bite to last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 boxes (3.9 ounces/110 grams each) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) cold milk
- 2 cups (240 grams) chocolate sandwich cookies
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Whipped Topping and Garnish:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
- Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
- Mini chocolate chips or sprinkles (optional)
Preparation Components:
- None
Instructions
- Craft a crumbly foundation by blending cookie fragments with melted butter until uniformly coated and compact.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing firmly across bottom and sides to create a uniform crust layer.
- Chill the prepared crust in refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to solidify its structure.
- Whisk instant pudding mix and cold milk vigorously for 2-3 minutes until mixture transforms into a thick, creamy consistency.
- Incorporate half cup of whipped topping, folding gently to enhance pudding’s silky texture and volume.
- Transfer pudding mixture into chilled crust, utilizing a spatula to distribute evenly and eliminate air pockets.
- Layer remaining whipped topping across pudding surface, creating smooth finish or decorative swirls using gentle spatula movements.
- Refrigerate pie for minimum 4 hours, allowing complete setting and flavor melding at 40°F.
- Prior to serving, embellish with chocolate shavings, miniature chocolate chips, or festive sprinkles for visual appeal.
- Slice into elegant wedges and serve chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose chocolate cookie varieties like Oreos or chocolate graham crackers for a richer crust base that enhances chocolate flavor.
- Ensure milk is cold when mixing pudding mix to help it set quickly and achieve a smoother, more consistent texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat milk and sugar-free pudding mix to reduce overall calorie content without compromising taste.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives by using almond or oat milk and coconut whipped topping for individuals with lactose intolerance or vegan dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg