Best 6 Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the decadence of Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars, a symphony of chocolate flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of a moist chocolate cake base, a velvety chocolate filling, and a rich chocolate ganache, all coming together to create a dessert that is nothing short of extraordinary. The article presents two irresistible variations of this classic recipe: the traditional Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars and a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more with these exceptional Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bar recipes.

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MISSISSIPPI MUD BROWNIES (MARSHMALLOW BROWNIES)



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Irresistible Mississippi Mud Brownies include an easy homemade brownie recipe topped with warm gooey marshmallows and chocolate frosting.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup oil ((vegetable or canola oil))
1/2 cup butter (, softened)
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 cup butter (, melted)
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 - 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13'' pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, pour oil over cocoa powder and mix.
  • Add softened butter and mix until smooth. Add sugar and mix for 1 minute. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition. Add vanilla and mix.
  • Add flour and salt and stir to combine.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove brownies from the oven and sprinkle the marshmallows evenly on top. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes or until the marshmallows are puffed. Remove from oven and allow them to cool completely.
  • Once brownies are cool, make the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 185 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MISSISSIPPI MUD BARS



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Makes about 4 dozen bars

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter
1 cup milk
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup water
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups miniature marshmallows
1½ cups chopped and toasted pecans
Mississippi Mud Frosting (recipe follows)
½ cup butter
½ cup evaporated milk
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 15x11-inch jelly-roll pan. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in milk, cocoa, ½ cup water, and eggs. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, and baking soda. Pour butter mixture over sugar mixture, whisking to combine. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes. Immediately sprinkle marshmallows and pecans evenly over hot cake. Pour warm Mississippi Mud Frosting over cake, spreading with a knife if necessary. Let cool completely in pan before cutting into squares.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in milk, cocoa, and vanilla. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Remove from heat. Whisk in confectioners' sugar until smooth.

MISSISSIPPI MUD BARS



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Rich chocolate bars, marshmallows and sour cream fudge frosting!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup butter or margarine
5 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
3/4 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2/3 cup sour cream
1 1/3 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 9-inch square pan. In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter and 2 1/2 ounces of the chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently. Cool slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat chocolate mixture, Bisquick mix, granulated sugar, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 1 minute. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven; immediately sprinkle with marshmallows. Cover; let stand about 5 minutes or until marshmallows soften. Uncover; cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, melt remaining 2 1/2 ounces chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter; cool slightly. Stir in sour cream and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread over marshmallow layer. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 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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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

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 :

Tips:

  • Prepare the brownies first: This will give them time to cool completely before assembling the bars.
  • Use a large mixing bowl: You'll need plenty of room to mix the brownie batter and the frosting.
  • Don't overmix the brownie batter: Overmixing can result in tough brownies.
  • Spread the brownie batter evenly in the pan: This will help ensure that the brownies bake evenly.
  • Cool the brownies completely before assembling the bars: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut the brownies: This will help prevent the brownies from crumbling.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature: They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Ghirardelli Mississippi Mud Bars are a delicious and decadent treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their rich chocolate flavor and gooey texture, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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