Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe
Prepare your taste buds for a journey into the delectable world of Mississippi Mud Cake! This delightful dessert has a rich history, versatile applications, and an exciting future ahead. Let's dive into the sweet universe of Mississippi Mud Cake, uncovering its secrets and savoring its deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 226g unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup 40g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups 400g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups 190g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups 360ml mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup 120ml milk
- 1 cup 175g semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup 63g chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the cocoa mixture to the sugar mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly over the batter.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the marshmallows.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over the top if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly gooey.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving. Enjoy your delicious Mississippi Mud Cake!