Mississippi Mud Cake: A Gooey Chocolate Dream!
This Mississippi Mud Cake is a rich, gooey dessert that combines moist chocolate cake, puffy marshmallows, and a creamy chocolate frosting—perfect for chocolate lovers and ideal for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 box 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter for frosting
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix the cake mix, melted butter, water, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove cake from oven and immediately sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly on top.
- Return cake to oven for 5 minutes, until marshmallows are puffed and lightly golden.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter for the frosting, then stir in cocoa powder and milk.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Let cake cool for about 10 minutes, then pour warm frosting over marshmallows and spread evenly.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use coffee instead of water in the cake batter for a richer flavor.
- Chopped pecans or walnuts can be added before frosting for added texture.
- Store leftovers at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Microwave slices for 10–15 seconds to reheat.