MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE

Preparation Time

• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Chill Time: 20 minutes

Intensity

• Difficulty Level: Medium

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 (10.5-ounce) package mini marshmallows

For the Frosting:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Prepare the Cake:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and chopped pecans (if using).
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Add Marshmallows:
   • Remove the cake from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return the cake to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and just beginning to melt. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the frosting.

Prepare the Frosting:

1. Make the Frosting:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder and milk, mixing until smooth.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
2. Frost the Cake:
   • Pour the warm frosting over the marshmallow-topped cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
3. Chill and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool and the frosting to set, about 20 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

• Servings: 16
• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 160mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 46g
• Protein: 4g