Best 7 Mississippi Mud Cheesecake Recipes

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Mississippi Mud Cheesecake is a harmonious combination of chocolate, coffee, cream cheese, and pecans, resulting in a decadent dessert that will tantalize your taste buds. The smooth and creamy texture of the cheesecake contrasts perfectly with the crunchy pecan crust, while the rich chocolate and coffee flavors dance together in every bite. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this detailed guide will take you step-by-step through the process of creating this impressive and indulgent treat. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of baking a perfect cheesecake, you will discover all the secrets to crafting a Mississippi Mud Cheesecake that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MISSISSIPPI MUD CHEESECAKE



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This cheesecake is inspired by Mississippi Mud Bars, the famous brownies smothered in toasted marshmallows, pecans and chocolate frosting.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 9h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

24 thin chocolate wafer cookies (from 9-oz package), crushed (about 1 2/3 cups)
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 eggs
8 oz semisweet baking chocolate, melted, cooled
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting (from 1-lb container)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. Wrap outside bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan with heavy-duty foil to prevent leaking. Lightly spray inside bottom and side of pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix crust ingredients with fork until crumbly. Press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 12 minutes or until set. Cool crust 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 1/4 cups sugar, the flour and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Beat in melted chocolate. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set at least 2 inches from edge of pan but center of cheesecake still jiggles slightly when moved. Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches. Let cheesecake remain in oven 30 minutes. Run small metal spatula around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Sprinkle with marshmallows. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. Sprinkle with pecans.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting uncovered on High 15 seconds or until pourable. Drizzle frosting over marshmallows and pecans. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • To serve, run small metal spatula around edge of pan; carefully remove foil and side of pan. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fat 7, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 342 mg

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter
1/4 heaping cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
One 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows (about 6 cups)
1 3/4 sticks (14 tablespoons) salted butter
6 tablespoons whole milk
1/4 heaping cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk in the cocoa powder, then the boiling water. Let it bubble up for a few seconds, then turn it off and set it aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar and salt. Pour the chocolate mixture over the flour mixture and stir a few times to start to cool the chocolate.
  • In a separate small bowl, mix the buttermilk, baking soda, vanilla and eggs. Pour over the flour-chocolate mixture and mix until everything is combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn on the broiler.
  • Sprinkle the marshmallows over the cake, then return the dish to the oven to broil until the marshmallows start to turn golden, about 1 minute. Set aside to cool.
  • For the icing: Melt the butter in a saucepan, then whisk in the milk and cocoa powder. Whisk in the confectioners' sugar in 4 to 5 additions. Stir in the nuts and vanilla.
  • Pour the icing all over the marshmallows, allowing some marshmallows to remain visible. Let the icing set, then deliver or serve.

MISSISSIPPI MUD PIE



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This southern favorite is one my family can never get enough of and there are never any leftovers. My grandmother, mother and aunts always made this recipe for family gatherings. Now I make it for everyone because it's so easy to prepare and everyone loves it! -Elizabeth Williston, Thibodaux, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 package (5.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 container (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
Toasted chopped pecans and chocolate curls, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat flour, pecans and butter until blended. Press into the bottom of a 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove to a wire rack; cool completely. , Make chocolate pudding according to package directions; let stand 5 minutes. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crust. Spread pudding over cream cheese layer; top with remaining whipped topping. If desired, top with additional pecans and chocolate curls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE



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This is a gooey and chocolaty dream. It's very moist. It's a great dessert for potlucks, dinner parties, etc. Make sure you get a piece though because it will disappear quickly! I got the recipe from the Southern Living 30 Years of our best cooking book. It's a great cook book!

Provided by The Giggle Box

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter
1/2 cup cocoa
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 dash salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups pecans (optional)
4 cups mini marshmallows
1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup cocoa
1/4 cup softened butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  • Add the cocoa and stir.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Pour butter mixture into a mixing bowl and add sugar and eggs.
  • Mix until blended.
  • Add the vanilla.
  • Mix in the flour and salt.
  • Stir in the pecans.
  • Put batter into prepared pan and cook for 35 minutes or until done.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with marshmallows.
  • Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
  • For the frosting: Combine all of the ingredients and mix until smooth. Spread frosting on cooled cake.
  • If your frosting is too thick, add more milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.2, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 91.4, Sodium 180.1, Carbohydrate 80.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 64, Protein 4.5

MISSISSIPPI MUD CHEESECAKE



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All the flavors of Mississippi Mud Cake (chocolate, pecans, and marshmallows) in a cheesecake instead.

Provided by cheesecakemaker

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes     Chocolate Cheesecake Recipes

Time 10h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ cups finely crushed animal cracker cookies
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
¼ cup melted butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons milk
½ cup marshmallow creme
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix together the animal cracker crumbs, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules in a bowl. Pour in the melted butter and mix until evenly moistened. Press into the prepared springform pan and set aside.
  • To make the filling, combine 1 1/2 cups sugar, the cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons instant coffee, and the cornstarch in the bowl of an electric mixer; stir until blended. Add the softened cream cheese and beat until the sugar mixture has been incorporated and no lumps of cream cheese remain. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, adding the vanilla extract with the last egg. Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans, then pour into the prepared crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; reduce heat to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C) and continue baking 2 hours. Turn off the oven, and let the cheesecake stand in the oven for 2 hours more before opening the door. Remove and cool to room temperature.
  • Once the cheesecake has cooled, melt the chocolate chips and milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, and spread the marshmallow cream evenly over the top. Spread or drizzle the chocolate over the marshmallow cream and sprinkle 1/4 cup of chopped pecans overtop. Chill completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 134 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 294.7 mg, Sugar 47.7 g

MISSISSIPPI MUD



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This dessert is an all-time favorite at our house. Since it freezes well, you can make it ahead of time and simply get it our shortly before you need it. I usually cut it into serving-size pieces before freezing to make it even quicker to serve!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 ounce semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Combine flour, nuts and butter; pat onto the bottom of a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes. Cool. , In a bowl, combine pudding mixes and milk; let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar in a bowl. Add 1 cup whipped topping and mix well; spread over crust. Spread pudding over cream cheese mixture. Spread remaining whipped topping over pudding layer. Grate chocolate over top. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

PERFECT MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE



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This is a delightful, delicious Mississippi mud cake.

Provided by Pettygirl

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup cocoa powder
¼ cup water
½ cup buttermilk
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
6 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (10.5 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix white sugar, flour, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Combine 1/2 cup butter, vegetable oil, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and stir into flour mixture.
  • Beat buttermilk, eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and baking soda together in a bowl; mix into chocolate mixture. Pour batter into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Combine 1/2 cup butter, milk, and 3 tablespoons cocoa powder in a saucepan; bring to a boil and remove from heat. Whisk in confectioners' sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Fold in pecans.
  • Sprinkle marshmallows over slightly cooled cake; pour warm icing over marshmallows. Cool cake before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.5 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 157.5 mg, Sugar 51.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This means using real butter, cream cheese, and chocolate.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before using. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Do not overmix the cheesecake batter. Overmixing can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help the cheesecake to set properly.

Conclusion:

Mississippi Mud Cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, be sure to give Mississippi Mud Cheesecake a try!

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