Mississippi Mud Brownies That Melt in Your Mouth Recipe
These Mississippi Mud Brownies are incredibly rich, moist, and decadent with layers of gooey marshmallows and a creamy chocolate frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfectly balanced with deep cocoa flavor and a luscious texture, these brownies are a classic treat for chocolate lovers looking for an indulgent dessert that’s easy to make.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 33 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
Frosting
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cocoa and Oil: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil and cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended. This combines the chocolate flavor into the fat base.
- Add Butter and Sugar: Incorporate the softened butter into the cocoa mixture and blend until creamy, then add the granulated sugar and mix well to create a smooth, rich batter base.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a uniform texture, followed by stirring in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and salt, being careful not to over-mix to keep the brownies tender and prevent toughness.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until set but still moist.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top, then return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to melt and create a gooey marshmallow layer.
- Cool the Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set and prepare for frosting application.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, cocoa powder, evaporated milk, and 2 cups of powdered sugar. Mix until smooth, then gradually add the remaining powdered sugar until you achieve your desired thick and creamy frosting consistency.
- Frost and Serve: Spread the prepared frosting evenly over the cooled marshmallow-topped brownies. Cut into squares and serve for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to ensure moist and tender brownies.
- Sprinkling marshmallows right after baking lets them melt slightly without burning.
- Let the brownies cool completely before frosting to prevent frosting from melting.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the dessert.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.
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