Description
This easy and delicious Chocolate Pudding Pie combines creamy instant chocolate pudding with fluffy Cool Whip, all set in a chocolate cookie crumb pie crust. Ready in under 5 minutes, then chilled to perfection, it’s a perfect no-bake dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pie Filling
- 1¾ cups milk
- 7.8 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix (2 packages, 3.9 oz each)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping
Pie Crust
- 1 chocolate cookie crumb pie crust (9 inch pie crust)
Instructions
- Pour Milk: Pour 1¾ cups of milk into a large mixing bowl.
- Add Pudding Mix: Add the two 3.9-ounce packages of instant chocolate pudding mix into the milk.
- Whisk Mixture: Beat with a wire whisk for 2 minutes or until smooth. The mixture will thicken as you whisk.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Immediately stir in 8 ounces of Cool Whip whipped topping until evenly combined and fluffy.
- Fill Pie Crust: Spoon the pudding filling evenly into the prepared chocolate cookie crumb pie crust.
- Chill Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish as desired before serving, such as with additional whipped topping, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
Notes
- For best results, use cold milk to ensure smooth pudding formation.
- Allow the pie to chill fully to achieve the proper firmness.
- Garnishes can include chocolate chips, sprinkles, or fresh fruit to add texture and flavor.
- The chocolate cookie crust can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- This recipe can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated until serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American