Hot Chocolate Cake with Marshmallows
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Hot Chocolate Cake with Marshmallows, a decadent treat that combines the rich, velvety flavors of classic hot cocoa with the gooey delight of melted marshmallows. This moist, chocolatey cake is made with a simple yet irresistible batter featuring cocoa powder, buttermilk, and a touch of vanilla for extra depth of flavor. Topped with a layer of mini marshmallows that soften and puff in the oven, followed by a sprinkling of chocolate chips that melt into the warm cake, every bite is pure bliss. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ready to serve in under an hour, this dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings or an indulgent weeknight treat. Serve it warm for a comfort-filled slice that’s sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 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 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until you have a smooth batter.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this will result in a moist cake.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake 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 top.
Place the cake back in the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until the marshmallows are softened and slightly puffed.
Remove the cake from the oven and scatter the chocolate chips on top. Allow the heat from the cake and marshmallows to melt the chocolate chips slightly for a gooey topping.
Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 399 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 5416 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 728.8 g | 265% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 75.8 g | 271% | |
| Total Sugars | 442.6 g | ||
| Protein | 79.4 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 613 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 42.3 mg | 235% | |
| Potassium | 3803 mg | 81% | |
*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.
