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Mississippi Mud Cake

Mississippi Mud Cake is a decadent, rich dessert that’s sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. This cake is incredibly moist and fudgy, topped with a layer of gooey marshmallows and a smooth, chocolatey frosting that seeps into every crevice.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans optional
  • 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Medium saucepan
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. Gradually add the cooled cocoa mixture, mixing until well combined.
  4. Sift the flour and salt into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Add the vanilla extract and fold in the chopped pecans, if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Add the Marshmallows:
  7. Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return the cake to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are soft and puffed up.
  8. Make the Frosting:
  9. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/4 cup of cocoa powder and milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
  10. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  11. Frost the Cake:
  12. Pour the warm frosting over the marshmallow-topped cake, spreading it evenly to cover the marshmallows. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
  13. Prep Time:
  14. 20 minutes
  15. Cook Time:
  16. 30 minutes
  17. Total Time:
  18. 50 minutes
  19. Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 servings):
  20. Calories: 490
  21. Total Fat: 22g
  22. Saturated Fat: 13g
  23. Cholesterol: 90mg
  24. Sodium: 160mg
  25. Total Carbohydrate: 69g
  26. Dietary Fiber: 2g
  27. Sugars: 56g
  28. Protein: 4g
  29. Mississippi Mud Cake is the perfect blend of textures and flavors, with a rich chocolate cake, gooey marshmallows, and a velvety frosting that’s sure to delight. It’s a dessert that brings everyone to the table, making it a must-try for your next gathering or a sweet treat for yourself!