Mississippi Mud Cake

Indulge in a slice of the South with this decadent Mississippi Mud Cake, a rich and goo ing dessert that combines the delightful textures of moist chocolate cake, gooey marshmallows, and smooth icing.

This cake is a beloved treat known for its deep chocolate flavor and lavish marshmallow topping, making it a perfect choice for celebrations, family gatherings, or simply when you’re in the mood to treat yourself. Let’s bake this heavenly cake that’s sure to impress with its luscious layers and chocolaty goodness.

Ingredients:

For the cake:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
4 cups mini marshmallows

For the icing:

16 oz. confectioners’ sugar
½ cup whole milk
½ cup cocoa powder
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

Directions:

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish well to prevent sticking.

Make the Cake Batter:

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the flour, cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Fold in the chopped pecans to incorporate them evenly throughout the batter.

Bake the Cake:

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the cake is cooked through and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Add Marshmallows:

Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Allow them to melt slightly from the heat of the cake, then gently spread them with a spatula to create a smooth marshmallow layer.

Prepare the Icing:

While the cake cools with its marshmallow layer, prepare the icing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, cocoa powder, and softened butter until smooth and creamy.