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Mississippi Mud Cake

A rich, chocolatey cake topped with gooey marshmallows and luscious chocolate frosting, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  4. Whisk in the eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  7. Add the vanilla extract to the batter.
  8. Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan and pour the batter in.
  9. Smooth the top with a spatula and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove the cake from the oven and immediately sprinkle mini marshmallows and chocolate chips on top.
  11. Return it to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to melt the toppings.

Notes

Let the cake cool slightly before cutting to allow the layers to set properly.