Mississippi Mud Cake

Gluten Free
Mississippi Mud Cake
45 min.
100
48kcal

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If you’re looking for a delicious dessert that will satisfy a crowd of sweet tooth enthusiasts, look no further than this delightful Mississippi Mud Cake! This dessert is a nostalgic favorite, known for its rich flavors and irresistible texture. Perfect for gatherings, parties, or just a special family meal, this gluten-free treat serves an impressive 100 people, making it ideal for large celebrations.

Imagine biting into a moist, chocolatey cake that perfectly contrasts with layers of gooey melted marshmallows and toasted pecans—each bite a delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors. The best part is that you can whip up this decadent dessert in only 45 minutes! Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is simple and straightforward, requiring minimal special equipment and ingredients.

Not only is it incredibly easy to make, but it also has a lower calorie count at just 48 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. With each slice, you'll relish the scrumptious combination of buttery cocoa and melt-in-your-mouth marshmallows, truly embodying the essence of comfort food. Get ready to impress your guests and leave them clamoring for seconds with this irresistible Mississippi Mud Cake!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder 
  • cups marshmallows miniature
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cups pecans toasted chopped
  • 16 ounce powdered sugar sifted
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Spoon batter into 2 greased and floured aluminum foil-lined 9- x 9- x 2-inch square pans.
  2. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  3. Remove from oven; sprinkle each cake evenly with 2 cups miniature marshmallows and 1 cup pecans. Return to oven, and bake 5 more minutes or just until marshmallows begin to melt.
  4. Remove from oven, and let cool on a wire rack.
  5. Bring butter, milk, and cocoa to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring until butter melts.
  6. Remove from heat; whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla.
  7. Drizzle evenly over cakes in pans.
  8. Let cool completely.
  9. Cut cakes into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Calories48kcal
Protein2.4%
Fat45.25%
Carbs52.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.09
Glycemic Load
1.01
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.67869564542628%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.23mg
Delphinidin
0.16mg
Catechin
0.26mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.31mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:48.17kcal
2.41%
Fat:2.53g
3.9%
Saturated Fat:0.35g
2.2%
Carbohydrates:6.6g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:6.33g
2.3%
Sugar:5.72g
6.36%
Cholesterol:0.1mg
0.03%
Sodium:12.74mg
0.55%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:0.3g
0.6%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.22%
Copper:0.03mg
1.71%
Fiber:0.27g
1.07%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes