Mississippi Mud Pie (aka Muddy Mississippi Cake)
INGREDIENTS
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Nonstick cooking spray
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16 ounces chocolate sandwich cookies such as Oreos (35 to 40 cookies), crushed
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
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6 ounces good-quality dark chocolate (60 to 70 percent), chopped
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2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
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1/4 cup strong coffee, at room temperature
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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6 large eggs, separated, at room temperature
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1 cup sugar
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 cup dark unsweetened good-quality cocoa powder
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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4 large egg yolks
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2 1/2 cups whole milk
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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3 ounces good-quality dark chocolate (60 to 70 percent)
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1 1/4 cups heavy cream
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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