Mississippi Mud Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
114g
- 6 tbsp natural unsweetened cocoa
43g
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
room temperature, 84g
- 3/4 cups sugar
155g
- 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp milk
150ml
- Marshmallow fluff*
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
room temperature, 280g
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
melted, 2 cups
- 3 tbsp Hershey’s dark cocoa powder
22g
- 5 cups powdered sugar
575g
- Pinch of salt
- 4-5 tbsp heavy whipping cream
60-75ml
- 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
60 ml
- Cookie Crumbles
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
2 - 2
. To make the cupcakes, combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a medium sized bowl and set aside.
- 3
. Add the butter, sugar, oil and vanilla extract to and large mixer bowl and beat together until light in color and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Do not skimp on the creaming time.
- 4
. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until mostly combined after each. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to be sure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 5
. Add half of the dry ingredients to the batter and mix until mostly combined.
- 6
. Slowly add the milk and mix until well combined. The batter will look curdled, but that’s ok.
7. - 7
Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until well combined and smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to be sure all ingredients are well incorporated. Do not over mix the batter.
8. - 8
Fill the cupcake liners about three quarters full. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few crumbs.
8. - 9
Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes, then remove to cooling rack to finish cooling.
9. - 10
Once cool, use a cupcake corer to remove the centers of the cupcakes.
10 - 11
Fill the centers with marshmallow fluff, about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons per cupcake.
8. - 12
To make the frosting, beat the butter in a large mixer bowl and mix until smooth.
9. - 13
Add the melted chocolate and mix until well combined.
10 - 14
Add the cocoa powder and mix until well combined.
11 - 15
Add about half of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream and mix until well combined.
12 - 16
Add remaining powdered sugar and salt and mix until smooth.
13 - 17
Add remaining heavy cream as needed to get the right consistency of frosting.
14 - 18
Pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes (I used Ateco tip 844). Add a few marshmallow bits per cupcake.
15 - 19
To make the chocolate ganache, add the chocolate chips to a small bowl. Heat the heavy whipping cream in the microwave just until it begins to boil, then pour over the chocolate chips. Allow to sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
16 - 20
Drizzle some chocolate ganache over each cupcake, then sprinkle on some cookie crumbles.
* I used most of a 7oz jar of marshmallow fluff.
Mississippi Mud Cupcakes
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About this Recipe
Craving a truly decadent treat that combines rich chocolate with a luscious, gooey surprise? These Mississippi Mud Cupcakes deliver an irresistible experience, blending deep chocolate flavors with the delightful texture of marshmallow fluff.
Why These Cupcakes Work
What sets these cupcakes apart is the masterful combination of textures and flavors. You start with a moist chocolate cupcake, the perfect canvas for decadence. It's generously filled with airy marshmallow fluff, which provides a sweet, soft contrast, all crowned with a rich, fudgy chocolate frosting. This recipe ensures every bite is a balanced symphony of chocolatey goodness and delightful sweetness, elevated by the distinct dark cocoa in the frosting.
When you bite into a Mississippi Mud Cupcake, expect a profound chocolate flavor from the moist cake, complemented by the delicate, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of the marshmallow fluff filling. The fudgy chocolate frosting adds another layer of intense chocolate, smooth and satisfying. The overall experience is one of pure indulgence, making these cupcakes a perfect treat for anyone who loves rich desserts.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the chocolate intensity to your liking. While the recipe calls for semi-sweet chocolate chips, you could experiment with a mix of dark and semi-sweet for a bolder flavor in the melted chocolate. You can also vary the cookie crumbles topping; consider different chocolate cookies for unique textures. If you prefer a less intense chocolate in the frosting, a different natural unsweetened cocoa powder could be used in place of the Hershey’s dark cocoa powder.
These Mississippi Mud Cupcakes are ideal for celebrations, a special dessert after dinner, or simply when you need a moment of pure chocolate bliss. Serve them as the star of your dessert spread; their impressive appearance and delightful taste are sure to be a hit.