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Mississippi Mud Cake

Decadent Mississippi Mud Cake That's Perfectly Gooey

This Mississippi Mud Cake is a rich chocolate dessert with gooey marshmallows that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free flour blend can be a great alternative.
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Using high-quality cocoa gives the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Make sure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Brown sugar can deepen the flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted coconut oil works for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 large eggs Flaxseed meal or chia seeds can substitute for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Fresh vanilla beans can offer a more intense taste.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows Regular marshmallows can be cut into smaller pieces if needed.
  • pecans or walnuts (optional) Feel free to replace with chocolate chips for a different vibe.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Melting them with butter creates the perfect consistency.
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter Skip if using a dairy-free chocolate option.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and scatter mini marshmallows on top, returning to the oven for another 5 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool for at least 20 minutes before glazing with melted chocolate and butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before slicing to prevent it from falling apart. Feel free to customize with nuts or chocolate chips in the batter.

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