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My Mother's Mississippi Mud Cake Recipe

This Mississippi Mud Cake recipe, a family favorite, is a decadent chocolate lover's dream! Slightly different from other versions, this recipe features a rich, moist chocolate cake base, topped with creamy marshmallow fluff and a luscious coconut-pecan frosting (coconut optional!). Perfect for potlucks and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Even those who don't care for coconut will find this irresistible!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 9314.2 kcal
Protein 150g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
My Mother's Mississippi Mud Cake

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Ingredients for My Mother's Mississippi Mud Cake

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How to Make My Mother's Mississippi Mud Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. **Cake:** In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) margarine, 2 cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional), and 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  6. While the cake is still hot, spread an entire (16-ounce) jar of marshmallow creme evenly over the top.
  7. **Icing:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine, 3 cups powdered sugar, ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the icing over the marshmallow layer. Garnish with extra pecans or walnuts (optional). Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

166 g

Sugar

4015g

Fat

561g

Carbs

423g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Desserts American Southern United States Oven Cakes Chocolate Comfort Food Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings