This rich, creamy, fluffy Easy Chocolate Oreo Pie only calls for 5 ingredients and is the quick, easy dessert that your summer needs.
If you’ve been hanging around these parts for any length of time, you know that I’m no stranger to a recipe shortcut. I’m a big fan of anything that helps me get food on the table quickly, easily, and without a lot of hassle. And many times, I’m talking about recipes that help me get supper done faster, but I like easy recipes when it comes to desserts, too. So that’s what I’m giving you today… a dessert recipe that’s quick, easy, and only calls for a few ingredients. But in true “Stacey” fashion, I’m going to give you a few tricks to make it extra special, too.
Now, I’m a big fan of those frozen chocolate pies from the grocery store. You know, like Marie Callender’s or Edwards. It might be the fact that they require virtually zero effort 😂, but I think it’s the creamy chocolate filling and that fluffy whipped topping. But, being the whole “best-selling cookbook author,” I’m NOT a big fan of showing up to a summer BBQ with a frozen, pre-made pie. So, I got to thinking… “How can I recreate that, but keep it easy?”
Well, this Easy Oreo Chocolate Pie is the answer.
This decadent creation includes a fluffy chocolate layer made with instant chocolate pudding, milk, and some frozen whipped topping. That’s topped with more whipped topping with a healthy helping of broken Oreo cookies for a little texture. All that sits in a perfect Oreo crust.
Can I make my own Oreo crust?
Let’s talk about that crust. I’ve written the recipe to use a store-bought Oreo crust to make this even easier, but you can make your own crust like I did in the photos. It’s pretty easy and I’ve included a link to my Oreo crust recipe – just in case you want to take it to the next level.
What is frozen whipped topping?
I often get this question from our friends outside of the U.S. Frozen whipped topping is the generic term for Cool Whip – an imitation whipped cream. I LOVE Cool Whip. But I understand that not everybody does. And it’s not available everywhere. So the question is…
Can I use real whipped cream?
And the answer is yes. The recipe calls for two 8-ounce containers of Cool Whip. Each container gives you about 3 cups of Cool Whip, so two containers is about 6 cups. To replace that you’ll need to whip 3 cups of heavy cream with about 1/3 cup of powdered sugar on medium/high for 3 to 4 minutes or until you get medium peaks. This should yield 6 cups. Then divide that evenly and use 3 cups of it for the chocolate filling and the other 3 cups to mix with the Oreos for the topping.
Recipe Card
Easy Oreo Chocolate Pie
Ingredients
- 1 prepared Oreo crust ((6-ounce store bought or homemade))
- 2 (3.9-ounce) boxes instant chocolate pudding
- 2 cups milk
- 2 (8-ounce) containers frozen whipped topping, thawed ((like Cool Whip))
- 12 Oreo cookies, coarsely broken
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the pudding mix and milk together until the pudding mix has dissolved. The mixture will start to thicken. Add one container of the whipped topping and mix until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust. Spread evenly.
- Add the broken Oreos to the other container of whipped topping and gently fold together, saving a few Oreo pieces for the top of the pie. Spread the mixture over the chocolate layer and sprinkle the remaining Oreo pieces on the top. Chill for at least 2 hours to allow the pie to set. Keep chilled.
* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, I recommend grabbing your favorite brands and plugging those ingredients into an online nutritional calculator.
Katie Parkhurst
Can I make this a day ahead and freeze it?
I’ve not tested it, but I can’t see why it wouldn’t work.
Rebecca O'Connell
Love it
Thanks, Rebecca!
Linda King
I just love this recipe, Stacey! Right down my alley…I love simple, inexpensive yet TASTY desserts that don’t require me to turn on my oven…especially with the heat and humidity we’ve been dealing with here in eastern NC lately! Your blog is the best!
Thanks so much, Linda!
Teresa long
Do you remove cream filling before crushing the commies or do you leave them whole?
There’s no need to remove the cream.
Donna
Made this for my Oreo loving daughter.
So easy and scrumptious 😋
So glad it tuned out great for you!
Tracie Flynn
Love your recipes Stacey!
Thank you!!
Jody
I just made it, what a beautiful pie ! I made two so I could give one away. Thank you, your recipe s are great.
So glad you loved it!
Jody
I want to make this a day ahead, will that affect the recipe, the cookies ? Thanks
Most definitely can be made ahead of time!
Helen
Can I use almond milk in this recipe? Looks yummy
I am not sure the pudding will set with almond milk.
Helen
Can I use almond milk in this recipe?
CindyB
Would really like to make this but JELLO Instant Pie Filling is not sold in 3.9 box: It comes in 3.4 & 5.9 only. What’s the conversion??
Some other flavors are sold in the 3.4-ounce, but the chocolate is 3.9-ounce. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Jell-O-Chocolate-Instant-Pudding-Mix-Pie-Filling-3-9-oz-Box/13812797
Stacy Alexander
I used the 5.9 box
Debbie
If you used the 5.9 box, did you use the same amount of milk?
Kathi
Will be making this but cutting it in half for 4 instead of 8 and leaving out the crust to cut calories. So very good. thanks for positing.
Hope you love it as much as we did!
Holly
not a big fan of the instant pudding 🙁 how can I tweak this using the cooked type of pudding ?
Hmmmm… it would need to be a bit thicker than pudding. Perhaps you could use another recipe for a chocolate pudding pie filling and then add the Cool Whip?
Francine
Stacy!
Can we make the choco pudding a bit richer by adding melted chocolate, but I have no idea about the proportions?
Thanks
Francine
I would guess the chocolate would seize up before it ever got incorporated being that all the mixtures are cold. You might could add some additional coco powder, though. Or better yet, maybe some Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup?
Barbara
You had me at Oreo!! I love cookies and cream ice cream and Oreo Blizzards so I’ll need to add this to the list:)
Can’t wait to make it!
Hope you enjoy it, Barbara!