Ultimate Mississippi Mud Brownies that Melt in Your Mouth Recipe
These Ultimate Mississippi Mud Brownies are rich, fudgy, and incredibly moist, featuring a deep chocolate flavor layered with gooey mini marshmallows and a luscious homemade chocolate frosting. Perfectly baked to create a crisp crust, they melt in your mouth with every bite, making them an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers.
- Author: Isabella
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-33 minutes
- Total Time: 45-48 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 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 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the brownies do not stick.
- Combine Oil and Cocoa Powder: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil and 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming a rich chocolate base for the brownies.
- Add Butter and Sugar: Add the softened butter to the cocoa mixture and blend until creamy. Then stir in the granulated sugar to help create a delicious crust on your brownies.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time into the mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and salt, being careful not to overmix to keep the brownies tender and moist.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the pan from the oven and evenly sprinkle 2 cups of mini marshmallows over the warm brownies. Return to the oven for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, just until the marshmallows begin to melt and become gooey.
- Cool Completely: Allow the brownies to cool entirely in the pan; this helps the marshmallow layer to set and makes frosting easier to spread.
- Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, mix together the melted butter, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, evaporated milk, and 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Frosting Consistency: Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar, stirring continually until the frosting reaches your desired thickness and consistency.
- Frost the Brownies: Spread the prepared frosting evenly over the cooled brownies to create a decadent, chocolatey topping.
- Serve: Cut the brownies into squares and serve. Enjoy your ultimate Mississippi mud brownies that perfectly combine fudgy chocolate with marshmallow gooeyness and rich frosting.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter after adding flour to keep brownies tender.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the dessert.
- For extra gooey marshmallows, watch closely when returning them to the oven; they melt quickly.
- Allow brownies to cool fully before frosting to prevent melting and sliding.
- Adjust frosting thickness by adding powdered sugar gradually.
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