Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe
Mississippi Mud Cake is an indulgent Southern dessert that layers rich chocolate cake, gooey marshmallows, and smooth, velvety chocolate icing. The crunchy pecans provide texture and the cake’s decadent flavors make it a perfect treat for chocolate lovers. Easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy, this cake is perfect for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 16 oz confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Gradually stir in flour and cocoa powder until smooth. Mix in vanilla and fold in chopped pecans.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Add marshmallows: Immediately sprinkle marshmallows on top of the hot cake and allow them to soften. Gently spread them to cover the cake.
- Make the icing: Beat together confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and softened butter. Stir in milk until smooth.
- Ice the cake: Pour the icing over the marshmallow layer and spread it evenly. Allow it to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and add extra marshmallows.
- To make a Peanut Butter Mud Cake, mix in ½ cup of peanut butter into the icing.
- You can add graham crackers or shredded coconut to give the cake a unique flavor twist.
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