Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a contest-winning mud pie. This delectable dessert is a classic favorite that combines rich chocolate and creamy textures for an indulgent treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this article will provide you with all the essential tips, tricks, and a selection of mouthwatering recipes to help you craft a mud pie that will impress judges and satisfy even the most discerning palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a sweet victory.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BEST MUD PIE
A dynamite version of mud pie made by layering ice cream, chocolate fudge sauce, and cookies!
Provided by Lisawas
Categories Desserts Frozen Dessert Recipes Ice Cream Pie Recipes
Time 8h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Freeze the crust until firm, about 30 minutes. Place half the coffee ice cream into a bowl, and let it stand about 10 minutes to soften. Return remaining ice cream to the freezer. Mix softened ice cream with the mini chocolate chips. Spread the ice cream and chips in an even layer over the frozen crust. Cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for 2 hours.
- Heat the topping in the microwave on low until warm and easy to pour, 30 seconds to 1 minute (do not let the sauce get very hot). Pour into a bowl. Set aside 2 tablespoons cookie crumbs for garnish; stir remaining cookie crumbs into the fudge topping. Remove the pie from the freezer, and layer the cookie crumbs and fudge topping mixture over the ice cream with chips. Cover with plastic wrap, and return to freezer for 2 hours.
- Take the remaining frozen coffee ice cream out of the freezer, and allow to stand for about 10 minutes to soften. Layer the ice cream over the layer of cookie crumbs and fudge topping. Cover with plastic wrap, and return to freezer for 2 more hours.
- Remove pie, and frost the top of the pie with the whipped topping. Top with the reserved cookie crumbs. Cover with plastic wrap, and return to freezer for 2 more hours to freeze the whipped topping layer. Cut the pie into serving pieces, and drizzle each serving with about 1 tablespoon of the chocolate syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 680.5 calories, Carbohydrate 89.5 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 330.3 mg, Sugar 65.6 g
CONTEST-WINNING MUD PIE
"Coming from the South, we fell in love with this chocolate pie that's filled with pecans," Deboraha Woolard shares from Las Vegas, Nevada. "It could take all day to put together, but my version takes just 15 minutes of preparation before it's stored in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir in condensed milk until smooth. Pour into crust; sprinkle with pecans., In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Carefully spread 1-1/2 cups of pudding mixture over pecans., Fold 1/2 cup whipped topping into the remaining pudding mixture; spoon over pudding layer. Top with remaining whipped topping. Chill until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
MUD PIE
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 6h30m
Yield 1 very large pie
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter. Grind cookie crumbs in a food processor. Add butter to crumbs to make a formable consistency. Press into a very large pie pan leaving a slight mound in the center and the crust going all the way up on edge. Freeze the crust for several hours. Pack ice cream into a mixing bowl the same diameter as the pie pan. Freeze the ice cream in the bowl for several hours. Invert the ice cream onto the crust and work the ice cream out of the bowl. Pour fudge sauce on top of the mud pie. Cover with plastic and freeze again. Cut into slices to serve. Decorate with whipped cream and chocolate sauce.
MISSISSIPPI MUD PIE I
Very easy and deliciously creamy!
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Desserts Pies Slab Pie Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Thoroughly blend graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and butter. Press firmly in bottom of 9x13 inch pan.
- Blend together half the whipped topping, 3/4 cup sugar, and softened cream cheese. Spread mixture on top of crust.
- Whip together the puddings and milk and spread on top of cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 480.9 mg, Sugar 42.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your pie. Use a semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60%.
- Chill the pie crust and filling before baking: This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy and the filling from curdling.
- Don't overbake the pie: The filling should be set but still slightly gooey in the center.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and the pie to firm up.
- Serve the pie with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries.
Conclusion:
Mud pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy filling, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give mud pie a try.
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