Best 2 Mississippi Mud Bars Recipes

Indulge in the decadent delight of Mississippi Mud Bars, a symphony of rich flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These irresistible treats feature a dense chocolate crust, a luscious chocolate filling, and a fluffy marshmallow topping, creating a textural masterpiece. The chocolate crust provides a sturdy base for the velvety chocolate filling, which bursts with intense cocoa flavor. The marshmallow topping adds a pillowy-soft sweetness that perfectly complements the richness of the chocolate. This recipe includes variations to suit every palate, from a classic version to one with a peanut butter twist. You'll also find a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions. Each variation promises a unique taste experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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

GHIRARDELLI MISSISSIPPI MUD BARS

Ghirardelli mississippi mud bars image

Found on back of box

Provided by Rachel Burbank

Categories Other Desserts

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 c butter
3/4 c light brown sugar firmly packed
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 c all-purose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 4 oz. bar semi-sweet chocolate baking bar chopped and divided
1 4 oz. bar white chocolate baking bar, chopped and divided
1 c walnuts, chopped and divided

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350
2. Beat butter, sugar, egg and vanilla until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in flour, baking soda and salt. stir in 1/2 of semi-sweet, white chocolate and walnuts.
4. Spread in to greased foil-lined 9" baking pan.
5. Bake 12-15 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean
6. Top with remaining chocolate (semi-sweet and white) Cover with foil and let stand 5 minutes or until chocolate melts.
7. Swirl chocolate with small knife to marbleize. sprinkle with remaining nuts.
8. cool in pan until firm, then cut into bars

Tips:

For a richer, more decadent flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
If you don't have any chocolate frosting on hand, you can make your own by melting 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips with 1/4 cup of butter in the microwave.
To make the bars even more gooey, add a layer of marshmallow fluff between the chocolate and peanut butter layers.
For a fun and festive twist, top the bars with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or even crushed Oreos.
These bars are best when served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Mississippi Mud Bars are a classic dessert that is always a hit with chocolate lovers. With their gooey chocolate and peanut butter filling, rich chocolate frosting, and crunchy graham cracker crust, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. They're also relatively easy to make, so they're a great option for busy weeknights or potlucks. So next time you're looking for a delicious and decadent dessert, give Mississippi Mud Bars a try. You won't be disappointed.