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Mississippi Mud Cake

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Indulge in the rich and fudgy layers of Mississippi Mud Cake topped with gooey mini marshmallows and crunchy pecans, finished with smooth chocolate icing.

Ingredients

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  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (10-ounce bag) mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for icing)
  • 5 tablespoons whole milk (for icing)
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, whole milk, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in another bowl.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture to wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Sprinkle mini marshmallows and chopped pecans evenly on top of the cake immediately after baking.
  7. To make the icing, melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in 3 tablespoons cocoa powder and 5 tablespoons milk until smooth.
  8. Remove from heat and whisk in confectioners’ sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Pour icing over the cake, spreading it evenly once cooled.
  10. Allow to set before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: chocolate cake, Mississippi mud cake, dessert, marshmallows, pecans

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