Perfect Mississippi Mud Cake

Perfect Mississippi Mud Cake
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    20 People
  • VIEWS
    22

Indulge in the decadent delight of Mississippi Mud Cake, a rich and fudgy chocolate dream topped with gooey marshmallows and a luscious pecan-studded frosting. This cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for any celebration or a comforting treat on a cozy night in.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    67 g
  • Cholesterol
    44 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    158 mg
  • Sugar
    51 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, and salt. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup butter, vegetable oil, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and pour over the flour mixture, stirring until just combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and baking soda. Add to the chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly in the pan. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting: In a saucepan, combine the softened 1/2 cup butter, milk, and 3 tablespoons cocoa powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and whisk in the confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Fold in the chopped pecans. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Sprinkle the miniature marshmallows evenly over the slightly cooled cake. Pour the warm frosting evenly over the marshmallows. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Let the cake cool completely before serving. The marshmallows and frosting will set as it cools. (60 minutes)

For an extra fudgy cake, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can substitute it with 1/2 cup of milk mixed with 1/2 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Toast the pecans for a richer flavor. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Reece Goldner

    The frosting is divine! I could eat it with a spoon. This recipe is definitely a keeper.

  • Estella Wardbradtke

    I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it. The recipe was easy to follow, and the cake turned out perfectly.

  • Christelle Barrows

    I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the frosting for a little kick. It was delicious!

  • Catherine Cartwright

    This cake is amazing! It's so rich and chocolatey, and the marshmallows and pecans add the perfect touch. My family loved it!

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