Description
Sinful Mississippi mud cake beckons chocolate lovers with its gooey marshmallow layer and rich fudge frosting. Indulgent Southern comfort meets pure dessert bliss, promising a decadent experience that melts hearts and satisfies deepest chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
Main Cake Toppings and Fillings:
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Frosting Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) confectioners sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by generously coating it with butter or non-stick spray to ensure easy cake removal.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth foundation for the cake.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, thoroughly blending each addition to create a uniform batter with a rich, velvety texture.
- Sift together flour and cocoa powder, then gradually fold into the wet ingredients, ensuring no lumps remain and achieving a consistent chocolate base.
- Enhance the batter’s depth by stirring in vanilla extract and gently folding chopped pecans throughout the mixture for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, carefully spreading it into an even layer to promote uniform baking.
- Place in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for approximately 25 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, blanket the warm cake with mini marshmallows, allowing them to melt slightly and create a gooey, pillowy layer.
- Gently press and spread the marshmallows to ensure complete cake coverage, creating a smooth, white surface.
- Craft the rich chocolate icing by whisking confectioners’ sugar, cocoa powder, and softened butter until fully incorporated.
- Gradually introduce milk to the chocolate mixture, stirring continuously until achieving a silky, pourable consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the chocolate icing over the marshmallow layer, using a spatula to create an even, glossy finish.
- Allow the icing to set completely before slicing and serving this decadent Mississippi Mud Cake.
Notes
- Swap out pecans for different nuts like walnuts or almonds to create unique flavor variations and accommodate nut allergies.
- Reduce sugar by using alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie version that still maintains the cake’s rich taste.
- Use gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this decadent dessert.
- Cool cake completely before adding icing to prevent it from becoming too runny and ensure a smooth, even chocolate coating that sets perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 493
- Sugar: 52 g
- Sodium: 116 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg