Mississippi Mud Cake Brownies

Mississippi Mud Cake Brownies

Ingredients:

• For the Brownies:
  • 1 cup melted butter (or 1 stick of butter and 1 stick of margarine)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• For the Topping:
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Brownies:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
   • In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
   • Add in the flour and cocoa powder, and stir until just combined.
   • Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Add the Marshmallow Layer:
   • Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the top.
   • Return the brownies to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are soft and slightly melted.
   • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Icing:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Stir in the cocoa powder and milk, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.
4. Finish the Brownies:
   • Pour the warm chocolate icing over the marshmallow layer, spreading it evenly.
   • Sprinkle with additional chopped pecans or walnuts if desired.
   • Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.

These Mississippi Mud Cake Brownies are rich, gooey, and topped with a delicious marshmallow and chocolate icing that makes them absolutely irresistible. Enjoy!

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