Mississippi Mud Cake - A Classic Southern Delight
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of this Mississippi Mud Cake. A true Southern favorite with a gooey marshmallow layer and a decadent chocolate frosting.
Servings: 12 pieces
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in vanilla extract and pecans (if using).
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Immediately sprinkle mini marshmallows over the hot cake and return to the oven for 3-5 minutes until marshmallows are slightly melted.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter for frosting. Stir in cocoa powder and milk, then bring to a slight boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle warm frosting over the marshmallow layer and allow it to set before serving.