Get ready to embark on a journey to marshmallow heaven with this delightful Marshmallow Cake recipe! Soft, fluffy, and brimming with sweet marshmallow goodness, this cake is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just craving a slice of happiness, this recipe is your golden ticket to marshmallow bliss.
Yield and Total Time: Yield: One 9-inch cake Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This is where the magic begins!
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix; we want this cake as light as a marshmallow cloud!
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, distributing them evenly throughout the batter. This is what will give your cake those sweet surprises of gooey goodness.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, let’s whip up the frosting. In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Once it reaches cloud-like consistency, fold in the marshmallow fluff.
- Once the cake is baked and has cooled, generously spread the marshmallow fluff frosting over the top. Don’t be shy; this is the crowning glory!
- Slice, serve, and watch as your friends and family are transported to marshmallow paradise with each delectable bite.
Summary:
Congratulations! You’ve just created a masterpiece of marshmallow magnificence. This Marshmallow Cake is not just a dessert; it’s a sweet symphony of flavors and textures that will leave everyone craving more. So, go ahead, share the love, and let the marshmallow magic spread!
Photo by: Amanda Gryphon