Chocolate Marshmallow Cake
Indulge in pure dessert bliss with this irresistible Chocolate Marshmallow Cake, a decadent combination of rich, moist chocolate cake, fluffy melted marshmallows, and silky chocolate ganache. Perfectly balanced with the delicate sweetness of mini marshmallows and the deep, bold flavor of semi-sweet chocolate, this recipe is a showstopper for any occasion. It’s surprisingly easy to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time, and serves 12—making it ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or special celebrations. The boiling water incorporated into the batter ensures an ultra-soft texture, while the creamy ganache topping takes this cake to the next level of indulgence. Serve a slice on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert experience that will leave everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Slowly pour in the boiling water while mixing. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly across the hot cake, letting them melt slightly.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, creating a ganache.
Drizzle the ganache over the marshmallow-topped cake, spreading it gently with a spatula if needed.
Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.9 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.8 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 519 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 5483 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 779.4 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.1 g | 211% | |
| Total Sugars | 502.8 g | ||
| Protein | 74.1 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 33.3 mg | 185% | |
| Potassium | 2488 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
