My sister-in-law gave me this recipe many years ago-one of us will often make it for family gatherings. The cake is moist and rich.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt shortening and chocolate at 50% power; stir until smooth. Add water; cool slightly. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the sugar, eggs, milk and vanilla; beat well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to batter and mix until smooth., Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Arrange marshmallows over the top; bake 5 minutes longer or until marshmallows are softened. Spread marshmallows evenly over top of cake. Cool on a wire rack., For icing, in a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Beat in the milk, vanilla and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Frost cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Bongani Mncube
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for a chocolate marshmallow cake. I would definitely recommend it.
MD.RAFIQUL ISLAM Babu
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry. I think I should have used more milk in the batter.
polok polok
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.
Juan Martin Luis
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar in the frosting.
sam mentor
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. It's so light and fluffy, and the frosting is amazing.
Rokon Bepari
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover marshmallows. It's also a fun and easy recipe to make with kids.
Isabela Boanta
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so delicious and looked so pretty.
Leeza Maharjan
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Jennifer Jeanson
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was to die for.
Noor nisa
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent, it's like eating a piece of heaven. I highly recommend it!
Afar Alex
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Sanele Madondsela
[email protected]This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.