No Bake Chocolate Pie with Coconut
Sometimes you need a really simple dessert to throw together. This no bake chocolate pie is just one of those desserts. Although it does take time to set up, the actual prep time is about 10 minutes. I can really get into a dessert like that!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed Oreos If you want a thinner crust, use 1 ½ cups
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup Milk
- 5 ounces vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups heavy cream If you want a thicker filling, as shown in the video, use 3 cups of heavy cream and omit the milk
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons imitation coconut flavor
- ¾ cup shredded coconut, divided Toast ¼ cup.
- 3 cups cool whip
Instructions
- If you are making your own Oreo crust, combine the crushed Oreos and melted butter. I used a food processor to pulse my Oreos. If you want to skip this step, just buy the crust already made. If not, combine the Oreos and melted butter. Press into pie pan. Put into the fridge or freezer while you prep your other fillings.
- For the ganache, add chocolate chips to a bowl. Heat your milk and add it to the chocolate chips. Let this sit for a minute or 2 and mix until all chocolate is melted. If you need to, microwave it for 10 second intervals until it is all melted.
- Pour into prepared crust and return to fridge. Let this set up for several hours. I am not sure how long this takes as I made it the night before and then worked the pudding filling the next day. It should take about 2-3 hours though.
- Now, mix the pudding mix, heavy cream, milk, coconut flavoring and ½ cup shredded coconut. Mix for several minutes until it is combined and starting to set. Pour over top of the set ganache and return to the fridge.
- Let this set up for another hour or so.
- Toast your ¼ cup coconut. I spread it on a pan and baked it at 375 degrees for about 7 minutes. Make sure and move it around occasionally until it is all toasted. Allow to cool
- Top with whip cream. Last is the toasted coconut.
- Return to fridge and let it set again. I really like to leave this overnight. So, this is a great make ahead dessert. Perfect for your holiday meal.
- Now, sit back and enjoy. You deserve it!
Video
Notes
- Need to save time? Use a store-bought chocolate crust to skip the first step.
- If you want a very thick filling, as I have shown in the photos and video, use 3 cups of heavy cream. This will mix up and set very quickly though, so work fast. If you want a slightly less thick filling, use the recommended 2 cups of heavy cream and 1 cup of milk. Just be sure to follow the tip below and allow the pie to set overnight.
- Allow the pie to set overnight to fully set. You can serve it after only a couple of hours but I think it's really much better with more time.
- Use quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Want to change up the garnish on top? Add some chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of crushed Oreos.