Step 1

Place jello powder in a large bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan bring ⅔ cup water to a boil. Add boiling water to gelatin and stir until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Fill measuring cup with cold water and add enough ice cubes to make it 1 cup of water and ice.

Step 4

Pour ice water over Jello mixture and stir until it starts to thicken.

Step 5

Chill for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Gently fold Cool Whip into Jello until smooth. Pour mixture into Oreo crust.

Step 7

Refrigerate a minimum of 4 hours or until firm.

Step 8

Serve cold with a dollop of whipped cream and extra chocolate chips, if desired.