• Home
  • About
    • New? Start Here
    • My Life
    • Press
    • Contact
    • LEGAL
  • Recipes
    • All Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Beverages
    • Big Daddy’s Dish
    • Breads
    • Breakfast
    • College Student Recipes
    • Desserts
      • Cobblers
      • Pound Cake Recipes Reviewed
    • Dressings & Sauces
    • Entree
      • Beef
      • Pasta
      • Pork
      • Seafood
      • Poultry
    • Encore
    • Healthy
    • Recipe Collections
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • side dishes
    • Soup
    • Snacks
  • Resources
  • Extras
    • Crafts/DIY
    • Fit & Fab
    • Housekeeping
    • Travel
    • Local Eats
    • View My Instagram
    • Videos
  • Shop
    • SHOP MY FAVORITES
    • PHOTOGRAPHY ESSENTIALS
    • Amazon Favorites
    • Kitchen
    • Home + Candles
    • Shop Beauty Favs
    • Shop Gift Ideas
  • Recipe Box
  • Stay up to date. Subscribe to receive blog updates in your email inbox.

Call Me PMc

Cooking. Creating. Sharing

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE RECIPE

Aug.posted by Paula 28 Comments

This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

Jump to Recipe

Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe is a rich, dense chocolate cake topped with marshmallows and chocolate frosting.

Mississippi Mud Cake

Being from Mississippi, I researched the origin of this cake. It seems no one can agree when or where it first started. However, all sources seem to agree that a Mississippi Mud Cake and a Mississippi Mud Pie comes from the appearance of it, dark and rich, and the similarity to the dark, goopy mud found along the Mississippi River.

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE RECIPE

The cake layer is most similar to a brownie. It’s dense and rich, it’s not fluffy like your typical chocolate sponge cake. Next, it’s topped with fluffy marshmallows. (The marshmallows are detectable under that rich layer of chocolate frosting in these photos.) Finally, a creamy, luscious chocolate frosting and crunchy salted pecans make the top layer.

Because this dessert is so rich, you can make the cake thinner in a 15×10-inch baking pan. Or you can bake them in a 9×13-inch baking pan. Honestly, I’ve made them both ways and don’t have a preference. When I make them for a cookout, reunion, or potluck, I make them in the 15.×10-inch baking pan simply because they go further.

Mississippi Mud Cake

BAKING TIPS

The key tip for this recipe: do not over-mix the batter. It will become tough if you over mix it.

KitchenAid Mixer with ingredients
 It’s very simple, put all your ingredients in a mixer then add melted butter and chocolate
baking pan with parchment paper
I like to line the pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
You still need to spray the paper with non-stick spray.
brownies with marshmallows
 I remove the brownies 10 minutes before they’re finished cooking and spread marshmallow over the top
then return to the oven and bake another 10 minutes.
This allows the marshmallows to toast adding another layer of texture.
chocolate frosting
While the marshmallows are toasting, make the chocolate frosting.
pan of chocolate cake
 Pour warm frosting over the cake as soon as you remove it from the oven.
chocolate cake with marshmallows and icing

While you’re here check,  out these recipes

  1. Oreo Cream Cheese Fluff Trifle
  2. Rolo Cheesecake Recipe
  3. 9 Margaritas to Make Now
  4. Dark Chocolate Brown Sugar Cookies 
  5. Chocolate Chunk Bread Pudding
  6. Oreo Cheesecake Trifle
  7. No-cook Strawberry Cheesecake

Mississippi Mud Cake

Mississippi Mud Cake

Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe

This MS Mud Cake recipe comes together in one bowl and just a few minutes. It's deliciously chewy and rich.
Author: Paula
4.43 from 7 votes
Print Pin Rate

Want to save recipes? Create an account or login & then you can use the “Save Recipe” button when viewing a recipe to save it to your Recipe Box. You can access your saved recipes on any device and generate a shopping list for recipes in your collections.

Save To Your Recipe Box Go to your saved recipes
Prevent your screen from going dark
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
Servings: 25 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 cups pecans chopped
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 cup butter room temp
  • 4 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 and ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa
  • 4 large eggs room temperature, beaten slightly
  • 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 10.5 ounces miniature marshmallows

For the Chocolate Frosting

  • ½ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa sifted
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 16 ounces powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Heat a saucepan to medium. Salt the pecans and add them in a single layer in the saucepan and toast 8 to 10 minutes. Watch them carefully so they do not burn.
  • Preheat oven to 350°-. Spray 15x10x1 inch jelly roll pan with non-stick spray. I also like to line it with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.

For the Cake

  • Melt 1 cup butter and 4 ounces of chocolate in the microwave for 1 minute, stir. Heat at 30-second increments. Remove and stir until melted and smooth.
  • Whisk sugar, flour, cocoa, beaten eggs, vanilla, and salt together. Pour chocolate mixture into dry ingredients and combine. Don't over mix. Pour batter into prepared 15x10x1 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and spread marshmallows evenly on top. Bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until marshmallows are melted and toasted.

For the Frosting

  • Stir together first butter, cocoa, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until slightly thick. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. Drizzle warm chocolate frosting over warm cake.

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 284mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 393IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
Tried this recipe?Please take a moment to comment letting me know how you liked it & consider giving it a 5 star rating. I love hearing from you!
Do you have questions about the saving recipes to your Recipe Box?Visit Recipe Box FAQ!

You can also find great recipes at my recipe index or at Meal Plan Monday and Weekend Potluck.

Paula
« FROSTED SUGAR COOKIE BARS
SHRIMP FOIL PACKS IN OVEN »

Comments

  1. Lisa says

    09.12.20 at 1:23 pm

    It’s nice that everyone is saying how yummy they look, but did anyone actually make them? That’s what I want to hear about!

    Reply
  2. carolinaheartstrings says

    08.01.13 at 9:11 am

    Wow do those brownies look fantastic. Found you linked at Lady Behind The Curtain. Cannot wait to make these. YUM!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      08.01.13 at 3:48 pm

      Thank you!! Yes, I love her party. Thanks for coming over. These are my all time favorite brownies, but I have to send some away when I make them or I’ll eat too many 🙂

      Reply
  3. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    07.28.13 at 2:21 pm

    Saw these on Recipleaser…and had to come over to print out the recipe! Love the marshmallows and nuts. Yum!!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      07.28.13 at 4:42 pm

      These really are my favorite, Gloria. So rich and gooey.I hope you like them!

      Reply
  4. HungryLittleGirl says

    02.19.13 at 12:55 pm

    I am looking at these Brownies now for three days and can't stop drooling! As soon as I get to go shopping to buy pecans, I will bake them and not share them with anyone 😉
    Thank you for sharing this at Wednesday Extravaganza – see you there again tonight with more of your deliciousness 🙂

    Reply
  5. Charlene@APinchofJoy says

    02.17.13 at 8:04 am

    Another diamond — just might work! You are featured this week on Busy Monday at A Pinch of Joy! I hope you will stop by and grab a Featured Button from the Button Box on the sidebar this afternoon. Pinned. Can’t wait to see what else you’ve been working on!

    Reply
  6. Our Pinteresting Family says

    02.12.13 at 4:45 pm

    Yum! These look fantastic!

    Reply
  7. Emily Dicks says

    02.12.13 at 4:39 pm

    Paula these look delicious!

    Reply
  8. Georgina Castellucci says

    02.12.13 at 9:30 am

    Those brownies look absolutely divine (and what great food photography!!!!) Thank you for stopping by my blog 🙂

    Reply
  9. The Dose of Reality says

    02.11.13 at 9:09 am

    Oh my yumminess! Those look SO DELICIOUS!! Stopping by from SITS. 🙂

    Reply
  10. Blond Duck says

    02.11.13 at 8:39 am

    Popped in from SITS! I think sprinkles would be very necessary!

    Reply
  11. JB says

    02.11.13 at 5:30 am

    they look so unbelievably yummy!! could just eat one right now!!

    Jordan
    jbseatsandtreats.blogspot.com

    Reply
  12. Countrified Hicks says

    02.11.13 at 1:37 am

    This looks great. I would love if you would come link up with my weekly link up that is going on right now. http://countrifiedhicks.blogspot.com/2013/02/mondays-with-countrified-hicks-2.html

    Reply
  13. Angie Church says

    02.10.13 at 1:42 pm

    yummy oh so good

    Reply
  14. The Tablescaper says

    02.10.13 at 11:16 am

    Yummm!

    Wonderful to have you at Seasonal Sundays.

    – The Tablescaper

    Reply
  15. Nikki says

    02.09.13 at 6:26 pm

    Yummy!! I'm savings this. I think they'll be perfect on a summer weekend by the lake. I hope your having a great weekend.

    Nikki
    http://www.TheCraftySideOfSarcasm.com

    Reply
  16. Shauna {The Best Blog Recipes} says

    02.09.13 at 4:53 pm

    Just saw your link over at Six Sisters and had to come and check out your rocky road brownies! They look so yummy!

    I'd love for you to link up a few recipes at my weekend link party @The Weekend re-Treat

    Hope to see you there!

    Reply
  17. Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel says

    02.09.13 at 4:02 pm

    Looks delicious! I hope you'll come by on Wednesday and link up to Wonderful Food Wednesday! 🙂

    Kerrie
    http://www.familyfoodandtravel.com

    Reply
  18. BurntApple says

    02.09.13 at 9:31 am

    Happy Sharefest! These made me drooool!!! They are delicious!! Thanks for sharing. I'm a big chocolate fan and these would be on my list for Valentine's Day. –Traci

    Reply
  19. Carli Alice says

    02.09.13 at 8:40 am

    Oh…my….gosh! I might not stop eating these once I start. Ughh! And I have the ingredients in my house. Very likely that the house may be smelling yummy later!

    Happy Saturday Sharefest!

    Reply
  20. Laney G says

    02.08.13 at 4:05 pm

    Wow. the brownies look so delicious. I'm trying to slack down on the sweets and junk food.

    Reply
  21. Diana - FreeStyleMama says

    02.08.13 at 1:58 pm

    WOW! These look amazing! I want some right now!! YUMMY!

    Reply
  22. Diane says

    02.08.13 at 11:32 am

    Girl your killing me with your awesome desserts. I'm not usually tempted, but you keep making chewy gooey deliciousness.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Your email address will not be published. Have you tried this recipe? Consider giving it 5 stars!




profile picHi, I'm Paula. I'm a blogger, a baker, a runner, a writer, a recipe developer, & a cookie dough eater. I love creating great recipes & sharing them with you! You'll find healthy recipes, comfort food and my favorite, indulgent desserts!
read more
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
  • RSS
  • YouTube

The Big Pound Cake Review

60 pound cake recipes

Featured Categories

  • Appetizers
  • Beverages
  • Breakfast
  • Desserts
  • Entrees
  • Side Dishes
  • College Student Recipes

Search specific recipes

Search specific recipes

Archives

sugar

Best Caramel Sauce Recipe

margarita lime bars

Margarita Lime Bars

Nutter Butter Rice Krispie Treats | Call Me PMc

Nutter Butter Rice Krispie Treats

fruit dessert

Cherry Cobbler with fresh or frozen cherries

Favorites

Loaded Blackened Skillet Chicken

Loaded Blackened Skillet Chicken

fruit dessert

Cherry Cobbler with fresh or frozen cherries

dinner

Crawfish Pasta Alla Vodka

Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake

Strawberry Cheesecake with Oreo Crust

casserole

One Pan Spinach Artichoke Orzo

Stovetop Teriyaki Chicken Kabob

Stovetop Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs

DISCLOSURE

Call Me PMc is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. 

Read my Privacy Policy.

COPYRIGHT

© 2012 – 2023 All recipes & images are original & the sole property of CallMePMc.com All Rights Reserved. All content is for your personal enjoyment & content herein is in no way to be used for commercial purposes. Other than linking to a page, do not copy or otherwise use images or original recipes without my written permission. Republishing posts in their entirety is prohibited. Use of this site automatically constitutes your agreement to these terms.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER

Stay up to date. Subscribe to receive blog updates in your email inbox

  • Copyright © 2023 Call Me PMc. Design & Development by Melissa Rose Design