Description
Delight in the Ultimate Mississippi Mud Brownies, rich and fudgy with a luscious layer of gooey marshmallows and creamy chocolate frosting. These brownies offer deep chocolate flavor with a moist, tender crumb and a sweet, velvety finish that melts in your mouth, perfect for any chocolate lover’s dessert craving.
Ingredients
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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
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
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
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cocoa and Oil: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil and 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and well blended.
- Add Butter and Sugar: Incorporate the softened butter into the cocoa mixture, blending until creamy. Stir in the granulated sugar until combined.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and salt, taking care not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
- Bake Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the baked brownies from the oven and quickly sprinkle 2 cups of mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the marshmallows slightly.
- Cool Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, evaporated milk, and 2 cups powdered sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Adjust Frosting Consistency: Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar until the frosting reaches your desired thickness.
- Frost Brownies: Spread the creamy frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Serve: Cut the frosted brownies into squares and serve them fresh for a decadent chocolate treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to keep the brownies tender.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the salt level in the recipe.
- For extra gooey brownies, slightly underbake the batter before adding marshmallows.
- Cool brownies completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- If frosting appears too thick, add a teaspoon of evaporated milk to thin it out.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mississippi Mud Brownies, chocolate brownies, fudgy brownies, marshmallow brownies, chocolate frosting, easy brownie recipe, melt in your mouth brownies
