Best 2 Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake Recipes

In the realm of sweet indulgences, "Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake" stands as a masterpiece, a testament to the culinary artistry that can transform humble ingredients into a feast for the senses. This decadent chocolate cake, with its rich, moist crumb and velvety frosting, is a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and earthy notes that leaves taste buds craving more. Its name, "marsh mud," conjures images of the dark, fertile soil of coastal wetlands, hinting at the cake's deep, complex flavor profile. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on the journey to create this culinary masterpiece promises an experience that is both delightful and rewarding.

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WILMINGTON ISLAND MARSH MUD CAKE

Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake image

Make and share this Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marsha Hamner

Categories Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup cocoa
1 cup butter, melted, plus extra butter for greasing pan
4 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
16 ounces light brown sugar, box
1/3 cup cocoa
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup milk, scalded
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 1/2 ounces miniature marshmallows

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan with butter.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cocoa and the melted butter. Add the eggs, flour, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla. Beat well with a hand-held electric mixer. Add nuts, stirring with a rubber spatula. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35 minutes.
While cake is baking, prepare the frosting. Beat the brown sugar and butter. Add the cocoa and beat. Stir in the scalded milk and vanilla together in a mixing bowl and beat with the hand-held mixer until smooth. Set aside.
Remove the cake from the oven, and pour the marshmallows over the cake while it is still hot. (can use marshmallow cream) Pour the frosting over the marshmallows. Let cool slightly before cutting into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.1, Fat 26.7, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 99.7, Sodium 188.2, Carbohydrate 81.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 63.6, Protein 5.3

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE

Mississippi Mud Cake image

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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Choose the right pan: Use a 9x13 inch baking pan for this recipe. A larger pan will result in a thinner cake, while a smaller pan will make a thicker cake.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will prevent the frosting from melting.
Be patient: This cake takes time to make, but it's worth it! Don't rush the process.

Conclusion:

Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake is a rich, decadent chocolate cake that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a professional bakery. The cake is moist and fluffy, with a deep chocolate flavor. The frosting is creamy and chocolatey, and it perfectly complements the cake. If you're looking for a special chocolate cake recipe, this is the one for you.