Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. If you don't have a processor, place cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until fine crumbs form.
- Pour melted butter over the Oreo crumbs and stir until the mixture resembles slightly wet sand and holds together when pressed.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the back of a measuring cup to compact the crust for a clean edge.
- Refrigerate the crust while preparing the mousse filling to allow it to set.
- Place the chocolate chips and 3 tablespoons butter in a heat-safe bowl. Melt gently in the microwave in 15-20 second bursts, stirring between bursts, until smooth. Allow to cool slightly but not harden.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form using an electric mixer.
- Gently fold the cooled melted chocolate into the whipped cream in 2–3 additions, using a spatula and folding motions to keep the mixture airy and mousse-like.
- Spoon the chocolate mousse into the chilled Oreo crust, smoothing the top with an offset spatula.
- Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the mousse is set and sliceable.
- Just before serving, garnish with extra whipped cream, chopped Oreos, and chocolate curls or drizzle if desired.
Notes
For a firmer mousse, chill overnight. Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. If the melted chocolate is too hot, let it cool until just warm to avoid deflating the whipped cream.
