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Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe

Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the decadent delight of a Mississippi Mud Cake, a rich chocolate cake topped with gooey marshmallows and a creamy cocoa frosting. Perfect for any gathering or sweet craving!

Ingredients

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Main Cake:

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

For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix and bake: Melt butter in a saucepan, add sugar, cocoa, eggs, flour, salt, and vanilla. Pour into pan and bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Add marshmallows: Sprinkle marshmallows over the hot cake and bake for an additional 3–5 minutes.
  4. Prepare frosting: Melt butter in a saucepan, add cocoa, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Spread over the warm cake.
  5. Cool and serve: Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • This cake is great for potlucks and parties.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the pecans.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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