Chocolate Jello Pudding Pie

It’s a classic, and always a hit! Learn how easy it is to make Chocolate Jello Pudding Pie with a crunchy chocolate cookie crust and creamy whipped topping.

You only need 5 ingredients to make the most delicious, chocolatey pudding pie! Instant Jell-O pudding mix blends with heavy cream to make a simple, decadent, no-bake pie filling.

Add the filling to a pre-made chocolate crust, then cover the whole thing with Cool Whip and chocolate shavings. It’s truly that simple, and you can make this pie in less than 10 minutes if you’re focused!

If you love rich and creamy desserts, you have to try my No Bake Peanut Butter Pie next.

You can do so many things with a package of Jello Instant Pudding! Try these fun Pudding Shots, or Soft Chocolate Pudding Cookies.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Extra Thick Pudding Pie– The trick to a really thick, rich chocolate pie is using heavy cream rather than whole milk to make the instant pudding. It’s a simple and very effective way to make this yummy easy chocolate mousse pie.
2. Simple Three Layer Pie – Desserts always seem much fancier when they include multiple layers! This pie has three delicious layers, and they don’t take much effort at all.
3. Decorate Your Way– I added whipped topping and milk chocolate shavings to the top of this pie, but you can also use chocolate chips, fresh whipped cream, or drizzle melted chocolate on top. Have fun with it!
4. Easy to Make Ahead – Chill the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before serving, or freeze it and serve it as a frozen or semi-frozen treat.
5. Kids Love This Pie – Not only do little ones enjoy eating this creamy chocolate pie, but they can also help you make it. Since there’s no heat or cooking involved, it’s a safe recipe for even the youngest cooks to help with.

Ingredients In Chocolate Jello Pudding Pie

Just 5 ingredients are needed to make a Chocolate Pie that the entire family will go crazy for!

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

• Chocolate Crust – I’m using a store-bought Oreo Crust to build my simple Jello Pudding Pie. You can also look for chocolate graham cracker crust, or even a traditional graham cracker crust if you like.
• Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix – You should use 2 regular boxes (3.9-ounce size) of Jello Instant Chocolate Pudding to make this pie. The larger size boxes are 5.9 ounces, and won’t be quite enough. Be sure to use instant pudding, not the cook-and-serve type.
• Heavy Whipping Cream – This high-fat dairy product is key to giving our no-bake pie a thick consistency.
• Whipped topping – Cool Whip or a store brand equivalent is the topping for this simple dessert. We’ll also mix some of it in with the thickened pudding to get the perfect filling consistency. I like the traditional style Cool Whip, but you can use the lighter varieties here to reduce the fat or sugar a bit.
• Extra Chocolate – Use a chocolate bar that you’ve chopped or shaved to decorate the pie. You can also use chocolate chips or a drizzle of fudge sauce as a pie topping.

How To Make Chocolate Jello Pudding Pie

1. Mix Pudding: In a large bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream with chocolate pudding and mix with a hand mixer until thickened (it should be very thick) if needed add a splash of milk to thin it out. Add half of the whipped topping and fold it in with a spatula until combined.

1. Fill Pie Crust: Transfer the chocolate pudding mixture to the prepared chocolate cookie crust and smooth out with a spatula.
2. Top and Decorate: Add the rest of the whipped topping and gently spread it over the chocolate layer. Decorate as you like with chopped or shaved chocolate.
3. Chill: You can serve this right away, but it’s best if chilled for at least an hour first.

Recipe Tips

• Plan Ahead. It’s best to make this pie at least a few hours before you plan to eat it. This gives the pudding a chance to set up extra firm and will make it easier to slice and serve.
• Get Clean Slices. The biggest tip I have about cutting clean slices from no-bake pies is to clean your knife between every cut. Keep some warm water and paper towels nearby to make this simple.
• Make Two! It’s just as easy to make two chocolate pudding pies as it is to make one. If you’re bringing this dessert to a party or holiday dinner, be sure to have enough for everyone.

Storing Tips

Cover the pie with plastic wrap, or the lid that may have come with your premade crust. Keep this no-bake dessert in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.

You can store leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days.

What To Serve With Jello Chocolate Pudding Pie

This easy no-bake pie is welcome at just about any occasion. Serve it as dessert on Thanksgiving or Christmas, or add it to your Summer BBQ menu.

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