Mississippi Mud Cake

This recipe is the one recipe that came with me for boating and skiing trips when I first began dating my husband. Every weekend that we went to the lake that summer for a new adventure, into the boat was a 9 x 13 covered aluminum pan of the recipe that began it all. Mississippi Mud Cake. Yep.

I would love to know how many of these were made and enjoyed by all who joined us on the boat or the shore.

Back in the days when food wasn’t limited by sugar or amounts, friends just indulged.

Somewhere after kids, waistlines, and diet plans became a part of life…that Mississippi Mud Cake recipe…covered with cocoa and cake making residue…stayed in the recipe box.

Are you familiar with Mississippi Mud Cake?

Maybe it is stored somewhere in the memory banks of your life, too.

I have no clue who shared the recipe…but, this new college graduate with a home economics degree proudly created this one. Not fancy or pretentious. Simply wanting good food shared with those who had their feet together with me under a picnic table or in a ski boat.

The BEST thing about this cake?

It doesn’t care if it’s hot by the pool, lake or picnic area. It is just perfect for those spots.

No refrigeration needed. But, a sliding cover on that 9 x 13 kept it moist and insect free.

I do not remember ever bringing any of it back home.

It was simply made each…and…every…weekend.

Perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th or Labor Day or any family gatherings. It was always added among the desserts.

Even packed for a camping trip or hiking adventure…a great choice.

I realize that your version may be different from mine.

It may call for marshmallow cream instead of marshmallows.

It may ask you to put the marshmallows back in the oven to melt before adding the frosting.

This Mississippi Mud Cake?

It simply requires baking and immediately topping with miniature marshmallows while hot and then frosting.

Although that poor recipe card disappeared among the files…I found one that in the time era cookbooks of local cooks was close enough that my husband approved.

The cake is almost brownie like in texture that makes the marshmallow topping encased with a great chocolate frosting tick all the boxes.

Shared in the VUE magazine…I knew those of you who join me here would love it.

To me, a tried and true favorite has to be recreated. For chocolate lovers who have their feet under your table…or another table…this one never disappoints.

Promise.

Here are some of the things I use to make this cake…

I love that it travels well, especially in hot temperatures. Hope you love this one, too.

Happy Baking!

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