Best 2 Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake Recipes

In the realm of decadent desserts, the Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of rich chocolate and ethereal mousse. This iconic cake, hailing from the charming coastal Georgia town of Wilmington Island, has captivated taste buds for generations with its symphony of textures and flavors. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover not just one, but two tantalizing recipes – the classic Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake and its irresistible cousin, the Marsh Mud Mousse Pie. Both desserts showcase the magic of chocolate, balanced by the lightness of whipped cream and the velvety embrace of mousse. Prepare to indulge in a chocolate extravaganza that will transport you to a realm of pure bliss.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MISSISSIPPI MUD CAKE II

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This very unusual cake recipe uses marshmallow cream in the batter for a taste everyone will love.

Provided by Carol

Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups butter, softened
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
½ cup milk
3 cups confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x13 inch cake pan.
In a large sauce pan over low heat, melt 1 cup of the butter with the cocoa. Stir often. Remove from heat and add white sugar, beat well. Beat in eggs one at a time.
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt and stir into the egg mixture. Stir in the chopped nuts and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove cake from oven and spread the marshmallow cream over the cake. Spoon chocolate icing over marshmallow topping while the cake is still hot and spread. The cake will get "muddied" by the spreading action.
To Make Icing: Beat together the remaining 1/4 cup butter, 1/3 cup cocoa, 1 teaspoon vanilla, the milk, and the confectioner's sugar. Once well combined spoon over the still hot cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 158.3 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

WILMINGTON ISLAND MARSH MUD CAKE

WILMINGTON ISLAND MARSH MUD CAKE image

This is another great cake by Paula Dean. YUMMY

Provided by Linda Woodham

Categories Cakes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

CAKE
1/2 c cocoa
1 c (2 sticks) butter melted, plus extra butter for greasing pan
4 eggs,beaten
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 c sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c pecans, in pieces
FROSTING:
1 box 16 oz. light brown sugar
1/3 c cocoa, unsweetened
1/2 c 1 stick butter (softened)
1/2 c milk (scalded)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 pkg (10.5 oz.) miniature marshmallows

Steps:

1. Preheat oven 350 degrees.Grease a 9x13x2-inch pan with butter.
2. CAKE:
3. In a large mixing bowl,stir togethter the cocoa and the melted butter.
4. Add the eggs,flour,sugar,salt,and vanilla.
5. Beat well with electric mixer. Add pecans,stirring with rubber spatula. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35 min.
6. FROSTING:
7. While cake is baking, prepare the frosting.
8. Beat the brown sugar and softened butter.
9. Add the cocoa and beat.
10. Stir in the scalded milk and vanilla,beat with mixer until smooth. Set aside
11. Remove cake from oven,pour marshmallows over cake while it is still hot. Pour frosting over marshmallows. Let cool slightly before cutting.
12. I like to serve this cake warm, so I put it in the oven when we get though eating. ( my family likes to wait and hour or so after dinner to have dessert)

Tips:

Mise en place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cake tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven can affect the texture and flavor of your cake. Make sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking.
Don't open the oven door during baking: Opening the oven door during baking can cause the cake to fall. Only open the door to check on the cake in the last few minutes of baking.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly and prevent it from melting.

Conclusion:

Wilmington Island Marsh Mud Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and gooey marshmallow frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow the tips above to make sure your cake turns out perfect every time.