Mississippi Mud Pie

• 2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g. Oreos)
• 1 cup butter (divided use)
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 2 cups whipped cream for topping

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   For the crust: Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 10 minutes. Cool.

3. 3

   For the filling: Melt butter and chocolate. Whisk sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder. Gradually stir in the chocolate mixture. Pour into crust.

4. 4

   Bake for 35-40 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

5. 5

   Cool completely, then refrigerate.

6. 6

   Top generously with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.