Chocolate Pudding Pie

As a child, my grandmother would make this exact chocolate pudding pie for our Sunday family gatherings. The moment she’d pull it from the refrigerator, all of us kids would gather around, waiting for that first heavenly bite of creamy chocolate goodness. Years later, this simple, no-bake dessert continues to be my go-to recipe when I need something delicious but don’t have time for complicated baking. The best part? It only requires four ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time!

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Why Make This Amazing No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie

First, everyone loves a good chocolate pie with Cool Whip. Honestly, those are two of my favorite things!

You can make this dessert recipe in no time! It is super simple to make, and you don’t have to watch the oven.

I have brought this chocolate pudding pie to many events, get-togethers, and potlucks, and it is always a hit. You will get rave reviews for this easy chocolate pie. I’ve even considered bringing two chocolate pies since one goes so fast.

So, make sure to make this no-bake chocolate pie with cookie crust for your next party! People will ask for your recipe before the party is over. It is the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.

Why You’ll Love This No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie

Chocolate Lover’s Dream – Rich, creamy texture with intense chocolate flavor
Quick and Easy – No baking required and minimal preparation time
Crowd-Pleaser – Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or weeknight desserts
Make-Ahead Friendly – Actually tastes better when made a day in advance

Does chocolate pie need to be refrigerated?

Since this is a cream pie, it must always be stored in the fridge; otherwise, it will go bad very quickly.

The chocolate pudding Cool Whip dessert can stay in its pie pan; cover it with foil or plastic wrap before putting it in the fridge. To avoid losing some cool whip sticking to the foil, pop in some toothpicks to levitate the foil slightly.

Chill the pie before serving it, but keeping it at room temperature for an hour or so will be fine; make sure to put it back in the fridge.

How Long Will Chocolate Pudding Pie Last?

After making the chocolate pudding pie, it will be stored in the fridge while not being served. The pie will hold up for 4-5 days in the fridge. After that, the pie crust might be a bit mushy, and the cool whip will deflate.

This pie is best eaten within the first 2-3 days, so feel free to make it up a day before your next event. It will still taste delicious!

How to freeze this creamy chocolate pie

To freeze the pie, wrap it tightly with several layers of freezer or plastic wrap and press the wrap onto the surface of the pie. This will prevent ice crystals from forming on top of the pie.

You can keep this pie in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Please remove the pie from the freezer the day before serving it and place it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight.

Equipment Needed

Pie server
Large mixing bowl
Electric mixer or wire whisk
Rubber spatula

Ingredients and Their Purpose

Whole milk – Creates the base for the pudding and provides richness while activating the pudding mix
Instant chocolate pudding mix – Provides chocolate flavor and thickening power without cooking.
Cool Whip – Adds light, creamy texture and helps stabilize the filling
Store-bought chocolate cookie crumb pie crust – Provides a chocolatey base that complements the filling without requiring additional preparation