Mississippi Mud Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's dream with these decadent Mississippi Mud Brownies, a rich, layered dessert that combines fudgy brownies, gooey marshmallows, and a luscious chocolate fudge topping. Made with simple pantry staples like cocoa powder, butter, and sugar, these brownies are elevated by the addition of a dreamy marshmallow layer that melts into the freshly baked base and is finished with a glossy fudge drizzle. Perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or anytime you crave a show-stopping treat, these comforting brownies bring a little Southern charm to your table. With just 20 minutes of prep and a guaranteed wow-factor, this recipe is the ideal blend of texture and flavor, ensuring every bite is pure chocolatey bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for fudge topping)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for fudge topping)
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for fudge topping)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter. Stir in 2 cups of granulated sugar and 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and glossy.
Add 4 eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar-cocoa mixture, whisking well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Fold in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 0.5 teaspoons of salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle 3 cups of mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are just puffed and slightly melted. Allow the brownies to cool completely.
While the brownies cool, prepare the fudge topping. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 0.5 cups of unsalted butter with 0.25 cups of unsweetened cocoa powder and 0.25 cups of milk. Stir until smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of powdered sugar until the mixture is thick and glossy.
Pour the fudge topping over the cooled brownies and marshmallow layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Let the brownies set for at least an hour before slicing and serving. For best results, chill in the refrigerator for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*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.
