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Irresistible Rocky Road Brownie Cake


  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A decadent cake layering creamy chocolate, crunchy pecans, and fluffy marshmallows on a rich brownie base.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2/3 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  4. Pour the batter into one prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the brownie layer cool completely.
  5. Repeat steps 2-4 to create two more brownie layers.
  6. Place the first brownie layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of melted marshmallows on top. Add the second brownie layer, repeating with another marshmallow layer. Place the third brownie layer on top.
  7. Heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, then pour it over the chocolate chips and dark chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  8. Pour the ganache over the top layer, allowing it to flow down the sides. Let the ganache set before serving.
  9. Sprinkle the top with the remaining pecans and mini marshmallows. Enjoy!

Notes

Serve at room temperature. Pairs well with vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: brownie, cake, dessert, chocolate, pecans, marshmallows