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    Meals » Recipes » Desserts

    No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Jun 15, 2022 by Dee

    No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie is an easy no bake dessert made with Jello instant pudding, milk and Cool Whip in a chocolate cookie crust. This delicious dessert is cool, creamy and perfect for summer! via @meamel

    No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie is an easy no bake dessert made with Jello instant pudding, milk and Cool Whip in a chocolate cookie crust. This delicious dessert is cool, creamy and perfect for summer!

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    If you're looking for an easy dessert made with chocolate pudding and Cool Whip or whipped cream, this easy chocolate pudding pie is for you!

    Our easy chocolate pie is similar to Chocolate Delight, except it's completely no bake. It's a lot dirt pie, except there are no gummy worms.

    This no bake chocolate dessert is ideal for summer or whenever you don't have the time or space to bake.

    I love serving no bake desserts at holidays and family gatherings. Like my popular No Bake Eggnog Pie, this no bake pie is a family favorite!

    oreo pie crust, cool whip whipped topping, milk and jello instant pudding box

    Ingredients

    You only need a few ingredients to make this no bake chocolate pudding pie recipe. You can find them online or in your local grocery store.

    • 2 boxes Jell-O instant chocolate pudding mix -- 4.5 cup serving size.
    • Milk -- 2 percent or whole milk
    • Cool Whip or any whipped topping, thawed
    • Chocolate cookie pie crust
    • Chocolate bar -- optional for decoration only

    Pro tip - It's important to follow the directions on the recipe card and not on the back of the Jell-o chocolate pudding box. This recipe calls for less milk than the boxes do so the pie filling isn't runny.

    How to Make No Bake Chocolate Pie

    First, add the pudding mix to a large bowl. Then, pour in the milk, and whisk until the pudding is completely blended and thick.

    The pudding will be very thick, and this is how it should be.

    Next, spoon half of the dark chocolate pudding into the pie shell. Smooth the pudding with a spatula so it covers the crust evenly.

    spoon instant chocolate pudding into oreo cookie pie crust

    Next, spoon half of the Cool Whip into the remaining pudding. Mix until well combined.

    The pudding mixture should be light chocolate and fluffy.

    Spoon the pudding mixture over the dark chocolate layer. Spread this layer evenly with a spatula so it completely covers the first layer.

    spoon cool whip pudding mixture over chocolate pudding layer in pie crust

    Now, spread the remaining whipped topping over the second layer.

    You can spread it all the way to the edge of the pie crust or allow a little chocolate filling to show.

    spoon cool whip over chocolate pudding layer in pie crust

    Finally, use a box grater or vegetable peeler to shave a chocolate bar over the top of the Cool Whip.

    This is optional, but it makes the pie look even better! I used a Hershey Bar, but you can use any chocolate bar here.

    no bake chocolate pie with chocolate shavings on whipped topping

    How to Store

    Store the chocolate pie in the refrigerator. Ideally, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. It needs to be firm enough to cut.

    But, if you can't wait, you can enjoy this chocolate treat sooner. The layers just won't be that neat, but if that's not a problem, dive in! Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, if it lasts that long!

    This chocolate pie can be made ahead of time, up to 2 days before serving. You may want to add the whipped cream layer right before serving, though.

    slice of no bake chocolate pie with cool whip and chocolate shavings on plate

    Variations

    There are a couple ways to customize this no bake chocolate cream pie recipe to your tastes.

    Instead of chocolate pudding filling, use whatever instant pudding flavor you want. Dark chocolate pudding, chocolate fudge pudding, and vanilla pudding are all great options here.

    If you don't want an Oreo cookie crust, graham cracker pie crusts will work just as well. Homemade crust is fine too!

    I like this pudding pie's distinct layers, but they aren't a necessity. Leave out the Cool Whip and pudding mixture layer and have the whole pie be plain pudding. Or, leave out the pudding base layer and have the whole pie be the Cool Whip mixture.

    You can make your own whipped cream with heavy whipping cream. I would recommend using homemade cream on top of the pie only, and not as part of the whipped cream pudding mixture, because it won't work as well.

    Top this delicious chocolate pudding pie with chocolate curls, crushed Oreo cookies, chocolate sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips.

    Recipe

    no bake chocolate pudding pie with jello pudding and cool whip on a plate

    No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie

    Published by Dee
    No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie is an easy no bake dessert made with Jello instant pudding, milk and Cool Whip in a chocolate cookie crust. This delicious dessert is cool, creamy and perfect for summer!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Refrigeration Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 81 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 3.9 oz Jell-O Instant Chocolate Pudding boxes 4.5 cup serving size
    • 2½ cups cold milk 2 percent or whole
    • 8 oz tub Cool Whip
    • 1 6 oz chocolate cookie pie crust
    • chocolate bar optional for decoration

    Instructions
     

    • In a large mixing bowl, add the instant pudding and milk. Whisk together until well combined and thick
    • Spoon half of the prepared pudding into the bottom of the pie shell, and spread evenly
    • Add half of the whipped topping to the remaining pudding. Stir until well combined and fluffy
    • Spoon pudding mixture over the dark pudding layer and spread evenly with a spatula
    • Spoon remaining whipped topping evenly over the second layer. Shave part of the chocolate bar over the top of the pie for decoration, if desired
    • Store in refrigerator until ready to serve

    Notes

    Use the amount of milk called for in the recipe. Do not add more even though you are using 2 boxes of pudding.
    For best results refrigerate pie for 2 hours before slicing to set.
    Store leftover pie in refrigerator. Pie can be made up to 2 days ahead of time, but you may want to add whipped topping or whipped cream before serving.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 59mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 125IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 0.03mg
    Tried this recipe? Please comment and rate it! Show me your dish on Instagram!Mention @meatloafandmelodrama or tag #meatloafandmelodrama!

    This easy chocolate cream pie is the perfect dessert for true chocolate addicts, and it's one of my favorite desserts to make with Jello-O chocolate pudding!

    I hope you enjoy this no bake chocolate pie recipe as much as we do! Be sure to add a star rating and comment if you do!

    You can find more no bake desserts by browsing my easy dessert recipes. For more easy recipe ideas, chocolate desserts, and no bake recipe ideas, subscribe to the newsletter and follow me on social media!

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    1. Allyson says

      July 08, 2022 at 4:56 pm

      I love no bake recipes and this one was fantastic! My family gobbled it all up!5 stars

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    2. Eva says

      July 01, 2022 at 10:44 pm

      This dessert was amazingly delicious! My family loved it! 5 stars

      Reply
    3. Eliza says

      July 01, 2022 at 8:01 pm

      This recipe is dangerous!! So chocolatey and so easy to make haha. My family finished it in one day!5 stars

      Reply
    4. Susan says

      July 01, 2022 at 7:52 pm

      I made this after seeing it on Instagram, and I’m just so happy this recipe came up on my explore page. I loved how simple it was to make, and the texture and taste were amazing. I just wish you didn’t need to wait for it to set up because I could have eaten it right away!5 stars

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      • Dee says

        July 01, 2022 at 10:01 pm

        Thank you so much, Susan. So glad you like the pie!

    5. Allyson Zea says

      July 01, 2022 at 1:30 pm

      Loved every bite! Was so easy not having to bake it!

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    6. Carianne says

      July 01, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      I can't believe how creamy this chocolate pie is! Must make it again!5 stars

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    7. Sandra says

      June 30, 2022 at 9:52 pm

      This dessert is a winner! So easy to make and really delicious! Kids loved it!5 stars

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    8. Beth says

      June 30, 2022 at 2:44 pm

      You went all out on the chocolate, and I'm so excited about it! I can't wait to make this one.5 stars

      Reply

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