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Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Pie

Updated: Oct 5, 2023 by Mindee ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 16 Comments

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Who wants a recipe for a no-bake chocolate pie that needs only 7 ingredients and takes just 15 minutes to make? The silky smooth filling that melts in your mouth in an Oreo crust cannot be beaten!

Slice of chocolate mousse pie topped with whipped cream.
Beautiful slice of this no-bake chocolate mousse pie!
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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
  • Things I personally use for this recipe!!!
  • Step by Step Instructions
  • Recipe FAQs and Expert Tips
  • Related Pie Recipes
  • Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Pie Recipe

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Easy recipe! No Bake! Elegant look!
  • Addicting smooth chocolate flavor that's ideal for the chocolate lover in your life!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

  • Heavy Cream - aka...heavy whipping cream. If you want to substitute cool whip for fresh whipped cream, you can. You will need 2 (8oz) containers.
  • Oreos - This recipe calls for the chocolate crรจme filled Oreo cookies. The chocolate filling is slightly different than the white crรจme filling. However, regular Oreos are fine; you will just need to add 2 tablespoons of butter to hold the crust together. OR, for a gluten-free pie, you can use the new gluten-free Oreos! You will need to add the additional butter for that kind of Oreo as well. Purchasing a pre-made Oreo pie crust is an option as well; however, you will only need ยฝ to โ…”rds of the amount of filling this recipe makes, so that I would buy 2.
  • Butter - both unsalted butter and salted butter work fine for this recipe.
  • Chocolate Chips - You can use milk chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, or dark chocolate chips. If you prefer to use Baker's chocolate instead, you will need 6 ounces.
  • 9-inch Pie Dish - You can use an 8-inch springform pan in place of the pie dish.
Ingredients for chocolate mousse pie.
Here is the short ingredient list to make this easy chocolate mousse pie!

Things I personally use for this recipe!!!

Step by Step Instructions

  • Place 20 chocolate crรจme filled Oreos in the base of a food processor.
  • NOTE - You can also place them in a ziploc bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
  • Process the Oreos into fine crumbs.
  • Add the butter to the cookie crumbs and pulse until blended in.
  • Press the crumbs into a 9-inch pie plate to create the Oreo pie crust.
  • Set Aside.
Crust ingredients crushed and pressed into a pie plate.
Make the chocolate cookie crust with Oreos!
  • Measure chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup. I LOVE these silicone melting cups for melting chocolate!
  • NOTE - you could also use a double boiler.
  • Add ยฝ cup heavy cream and salt to the chocolate.
  • Microwave for 20 to 30 seconds at a time to melt the chips until the mixture whisks smoothly together.
  • IMPORTANT -Heat only enough to just melt the chips. If you overheat, the chocolate can scorch. Also, heating more than necessary makes it take forever to cool.
  • Cool the melted chocolate mixture to room temperature.
  • TIP - You can speed this up by placing the container in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes, stirring here and there to cool faster. Keep an eye on it, though, because you don't want it to become too cold.
Chocolate chips, cream and salt heated until melted.
Combine chocolate chips, cream, and salt. Carefully melt.
  • Beat 1 cup of heavy cream, vanilla extract, and โ…› cup powdered sugar in a medium bowl (or, in my case, a 4-cup measuring cup) until stiff peaks form.
  • You can do this with hand beaters or an immersion beater with the whisk attachment.
  • See this tutorial if you're unsure of the difference between soft peaks and stiff peaks.  
Whip the cream, vanilla, and powdered sugar to stiff peaks.
Beat more heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  • Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.  
  • Make sure to fold, not stir. See this tutorial if you're unsure how.
  • Scoop the chocolate mousse filling into the Oreo pie shell.
  • Use a rubber spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the filling into the crust.
  • Refrigerate for at least 6 hours.  
  • Garnish the top of the pie with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings or jimmies if you would like.
Fold cooled chocolate in the whipped cream and pour into the crust.
Fold the cooled chocolate into the whipped cream. Pour into the crust.

Recipe FAQs and Expert Tips

Why did my chocolate mousse separate?

It is really, really important to let the chocolate mixture cool to room temperature before folding in the whipped cream.ย  If your chocolate mousse separated, odds are you got impatient and added the whipped cream too soon.

Why fold instead of stir?

I mentioned above that it's super important to fold in the whipped cream instead of stirring it in.ย  This is because stirring the whipped cream breaks all the tiny air bubbles you just beat into the cream, causing your pie not to be fluffy and creamy.ย  Stirring will leave you with a dense, heavy, and probably runny pie.

How long is this pie good for?

Two to three days kept in the fridge.ย  After that, the crust starts to get soggy.

How to store:

With garnish on the top, you may need to get a little more creative than plastic wrap on the top for this pie. I often put a large mixing bowl upside down over the top. Remember to keep this pie in the fridge.

How do I adjust this to have a chocolate peanut butter or mint chocolate flavor?

Easy! Due to popular demand, I have two recipes with these flavor variations! Check out my Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Pie and my Grasshopper Pie!

Related Pie Recipes

  • Easy Coconut Cream Pie - a delicious pie with little effort!
  • Raspberry Cream Pie - it's hard not to eat this entire pie yourself!
  • Banana Cream Pie - don't forget to top this favorite dessert with plenty of whipped cream topping!
  • Lemon Cream Pie - pucker up for this no-bake pie!
  • Pumpkin Cream Pie - all the pumpkin pie flavor but not the texture!

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Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Pie.

Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Pie Recipe

Mindee
Who wants a recipe for a no-bake chocolate pie that needs only 7 ingredients and takes just 15 minutes to make?ย  The silky smooth filling that melts in your mouth in an Oreo crust cannot be beaten!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 serving
Calories 583 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 20 Chocolate Creme Filled Oreos
  • 1 Tbs. Butter
  • ยฝ Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 Cup Chocolate Chips Milk Chocolate or Semi-sweet
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ยผ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
  • โ…› Cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions
 

  • Crush up the Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor.
  • Add the butter and pulse until blended in.
  • Press the crumbs into a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Set Aside.
  • Measure chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup.
  • Add ยฝ cup heavy cream and salt.
  • Microwave for 20 to 30 seconds at a time to melt the chips, and the mixture whisks smoothly together.
  • Heat only enough to just melt the chips. If you overheat, the chocolate can scorch. Also, heating more than necessary makes it take forever to cool.
  • Cool to room temperature. You can speed this up by placing the container in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes, stirring here and there to cool faster. Keep an eye on it though, because you don't want it to become too cold.
  • In a small bowl, whip 1 cup of cream, vanilla, and โ…› cup of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Carefully fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
  • Pour into the Oreo pie shell and chill for at least 6 hours.
  • Top with additional whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or jimmies if desired.

Notes

  • Heavy Cream - aka...heavy whipping cream. If you want to substitute cool whip for fresh whipped cream, you can. You will need 2 (8oz) containers.
  • Oreos - This recipe calls for the chocolate crรจme filled Oreo cookies. The chocolate filling is slightly different than the white crรจme filling. However, regular Oreos are fine; you will just need to add 2 tablespoons of butter to hold the crust together. OR, for a gluten-free pie, you can use the new gluten-free Oreos! You will need to add the additional butter for that kind of Oreo as well. Purchasing a pre-made Oreo pie crust is an option as well; however, you will only need ยฝ to โ…”rds of the amount of filling this recipe makes, so that I would buy 2.
  • Butter - both unsalted butter and salted butter work fine for this recipe.
  • Chocolate Chips - You can use milk chocolate, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips. If you prefer to use Baker's chocolate instead, you will need 6 ounces.
  • 9-inch Pie Dish - You can use an 8-inch springform pan in place of the pie dish.ย ย 

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 207mgPotassium: 325mgFiber: 4gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 891IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 7mg
Keyword chocolate mousse pie recipe, easy chocolate pie, no bake chocolate mousse pie, no bake chocolate pie
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  1. JP

    November 26, 2022 at 6:06 pm

    Easy to make and great to eat

    Reply
  2. Anne Cassidy

    November 25, 2022 at 9:02 am

    I cannot show up to Thanksgiving without 2 of these delicious pies!! Thank you, Mindee!!

    Reply
    • Mindee

      November 26, 2022 at 6:47 am

      You're Welcome!!!

      Reply
  3. Jessica Formicola

    November 09, 2021 at 2:06 pm

    I made this pie for dessert last night and OMG was it incredible! Definitely going to make it again for the holidays!

    Reply
  4. Jess

    November 09, 2021 at 12:06 pm

    This is beyond irresistible!

    Reply
  5. Joyce

    November 09, 2021 at 11:47 am

    This recipe is a lifesaver. I had to make something last minute for a gathering and this was a crowd pleaser! It was SO easy and it turned out delicious! Thank you so much!

    Reply
  6. Erika

    November 09, 2021 at 11:40 am

    Wow, this chocolate mousse pie looks heavenly! This would go fast at our house. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  7. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

    November 09, 2021 at 11:27 am

    Love all the ingrea dients, canโ€™t wait to try this! It looks so delicious and easy!

    Reply
  8. Linda Harrington

    November 09, 2020 at 9:55 am

    Hi Mindy,
    Is there a way to add a layer of peanut butter flavor with the chocolate mousse? We love peanut butter with our chocolate.

    Reply
    • mindeescookingobsession

      November 10, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      Hang tight, I've got a chocolate peanut butter version of this coming next week!

      Reply
    • Debbie

      December 05, 2022 at 3:10 pm

      Try using half peanut butter chips.

      Reply
      • Mindee

        December 07, 2022 at 6:07 am

        If you head over to my chocolate peanut butter mousse pie you'll see I did just that ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
  9. Marisa

    November 19, 2019 at 5:11 pm

    First pie to be devoured! It was simple, delicious and beautiful. Thanks for your help Mindee!

    Reply
    • mindeescookingobsession

      November 20, 2019 at 7:07 am

      Anytime!!!

      Reply
      • artgranny

        January 20, 2021 at 12:26 pm

        Could Cool Whip be used in the place of the Whipping Cream part?

        Reply
        • Mindee

          January 20, 2021 at 1:43 pm

          Yes it can be!

          Reply
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