Best 5 Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the perfect balance of sweetness and texture? Look no further! "Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars" are the epitome of chocolate indulgence, tantalizing your taste buds with their moist, dense, and decadent layers. With a foundation of a chocolate cookie crust, a luscious chocolate filling, and a fluffy marshmallow frosting, these bars are an explosion of chocolatey goodness. Whether you're a chocolate enthusiast or simply seeking a delightful dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth, embark on a culinary journey with us as we explore the best recipe for crafting these irresistible Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MISSISSIPPI MUD BROWNIES



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A take on Mississippi Mud Pie, these gooey, chocolaty brownies, packed with Oreo™ cookies, marshmallows, ganache and a creamy filling, are the ultimate indulgence.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box (18.3 oz) Betty Crocker™ traditional fudge brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box for cakelike brownies
20 Oreo chocolate sandwich cookies, coarsely chopped (about 2 2/3 cups)
1 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
2 cups Cool Whip frozen whipped topping (from 8-oz container), thawed
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Make brownie batter as directed on box for cakelike brownies. Stir in 1 cup chopped cookies. Spread in pan. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In medium bowl, beat frosting and whipped topping with spoon until well blended. Spread over top of brownie. Sprinkle marshmallows over frosting layer. Top with remaining chopped cookies.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and whipping cream uncovered on High 45 seconds; stir. Continue to microwave in 15-second increments until chips are melted. Stir until smooth. Drizzle over top. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
  • Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g

GHIRARDELLI HOLIDAY BARK 4 WAYS: PEPPERMINT BARK



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Melted dark chocolate mixed with peppermint chunks is drizzled with white chocolate and chilled on a baking sheet for a sweet holiday treat or gift! Click on the links in the footnotes for 3 variations.

Provided by Ghirardelli

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ghirardelli®

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 (4 ounce) bars Ghirardelli® 60% Cacao Baking Bars, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package Ghirardelli® Holiday Baking Peppermint Chunks
2 ounces Ghirardelli® White Chocolate Baking Bar

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Place 2 chopped chocolate bars in the top pan of a double boiler over hot but not boiling water. (You may also use a glass or metal mixing bowl on top of a saucepan half filled with water.) Allow the chocolate to melt, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let stand to cool for 15 minutes.
  • Stir remaining 1 bar of chopped chocolate into the melted chocolate. Stir until melted and smooth.
  • Stir in 3/4 cup peppermint chunks. Pour mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread about 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle with the remaining peppermint chunks.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave the white chocolate on medium power (50 percent) in 30 second intervals, stirring between intervals until melted.
  • Remove and stir. If chocolate is not melted, return it to the microwave and repeat the heating step, stirring every 30 seconds to avoid scorching.
  • Spoon white chocolate mixture into a large self-sealing plastic bag. Snip off one corner; drizzle chocolate over bark.
  • Chill for 30 minutes or until firm. Use parchment to lift candy; break into pieces. Store between sheets of waxed paper in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 34.9 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

MISSISSIPPI MUD BARS



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"Take a chocolate brownie layer topped with marshmallows, toasted pecans and chocolate frosting. Sound like the great makings for a dessert? Well it is what makes these Mississippi Mud Bars"----realmomkitchen.com

Provided by jabz53105

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h45m

Yield 15 bars, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup butter
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup butter
2 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
2 1/2 tablespoons milk
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees,.
  • 2. Place pecans on a baking sheet.
  • 3. Place in a 350 degree oven for 4 minutes. Stir and bake another 4 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • 4. In a microwave safe dish, microwave butter and chocolate chips in a large on HIGH 30 seconds. Stir and microwave another 30 seconds. Stir until smooth.
  • 5. Combine the chocolate mixture with the sugar, flour, cocoa, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  • 6. Pour batter into a greased or parchment lined 15- x 10- x 1-inch jelly-roll pan.
  • 7. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes.
  • 8. Remove from oven, and sprinkle evenly with miniature marshmallows; bake 4 to 6 minutes or until nice and puffy.
  • 9. Remove from oven and sprinkle with pecans.
  • 10. In a sauce pan, combine the butter, cocoa, and milk until combined.
  • 11. Then cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until slightly thickened; remove from heat.
  • 12. Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • 13. Place frosting in a quart sized freezer bag. Snip the corner with a pair of scissors and pipe over the bars.
  • 14. Cut into bars and enjoy. Makes 15 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.3, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 90.6, Sodium 289.7, Carbohydrate 75.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 57.2, Protein 5.2

MISSISSIPPI MUD BROWNIES



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I found this recipe on the Duncan Hines web site. My family loved them. I only used half the chocolate icing as the recipe called for. Cook time includes cooling time.

Provided by Kathy in Fla

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (21 ounce) package duncan hines family style chewy fudge brownie mix
2 large eggs
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow cream
1 1/4 cups duncan hines creamy home-style milk chocolate frosting
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  • Grease bottom of 13x9-inch pan.
  • Combine brownie mix, eggs, water and oil in large bowl.
  • Stir with spoon until well blended, about 50 strokes.
  • Spread in pan.
  • Bake at 350 °F for 27 to 30 minutes or until set.
  • Spread marshmallow cream gently over hot brownies.
  • Place frosting in microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave on high power for 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Pour frosing over marshmallow cream.
  • Swirl with knife to marbleize.
  • You can either cook the pecans in the brownies or sprinkle them on top.
  • Cool completely.
  • Cut into bars.
  • Makes 20 to 24 brownies.

MISSISSIPPI MUD BARS



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Semi-sweet and white chocolate chunks are stirred into the cookie dough, then melted and swirled over the baked bars for a double dose of decadence.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 50m

Yield Makes 32 servings, 1 bar each.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped, divided
1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S White Chocolate (6 oz.), chopped, divided
1 cup chopped walnuts, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 9-inch square baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Grease foil.
  • Beat butter, sugar, egg and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add flour, baking soda and salt; mix well. Stir in half each of the chocolates and walnuts. Spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out almost clean. (Do not overbake.) Remove from oven. Sprinkle with remaining chocolates. Cover with foil. Let stand 5 min. or until chocolates are melted. Cut through chocolates with knife several times for marble effect. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup walnuts. Cool in pan on wire rack. Lift dessert from pan, using foil handles. Cut into 32 bars. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. Ghirardelli chocolate is a great option.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Be careful not to overcook the brownies. They should be cooked until just done, or they will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • For a richer flavor, use chocolate frosting instead of chocolate chips.
  • Add a layer of marshmallows or nuts to the bars for extra texture and flavor.
  • Experiment with different flavors of pudding mix to create different variations of the bars.
  • Mississippi Mud Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Mississippi Mud Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With their rich chocolate flavor and gooey texture, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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