The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream, and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! Welcome to a jazzed-up Mississippi Mud Cake! Don’t miss my 50 Best Cake Recipes if you want lots of cake ideas!
![The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! #baking #cakes #mudslidecake #iambaker #recipes Mississippi Mudslide Cake](https://iambaker.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_0800.cake_.jpg)
Mississippi Mud Cake
My friend Jocelyn has written a lovely book called Grandbaby Cakes and this cake is one of the masterpieces in it!
Sharing it with you today is pure joy for me as I consider Jocelyn to be like a sister. She is smart, sassy, hilarious, thoughtful, kind, and talented beyond words. If I were a bettin’ gal I would put money on FAME in Jocelyn’s future… big things I know!
This amazingly creative cake is layers of decadently rich chocolate, alcohol-infused whipped cream, and the best ganache ever. I added some Oreos because I loved the extra texture they added to each glorious bite.
![The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! #baking #cakes #mudslidecake #iambaker #recipes Mudslide Cake](https://iambaker.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_0851.cake_.jpg)
Kahlua Whipped Cream
This is a unique and wonderful whipped cream recipe that adults are sure to love! As this part of the cake does not get baked, you may want to keep it out of the reach of children.
To make this cake alcohol-free, just use Homemade Whipped Cream.
![The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! #baking #cakes #mudslidecake #iambaker #recipes Mississippi Cake](https://iambaker.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/cake-Instagram.jpg)
Using Instant Coffee in Cake
This recipe calls for a tablespoon of instant coffee. Coffee enhances chocolate in a beautiful way and will make your cake unforgettable! However, some folks prefer not to use coffee in baking. The instant coffee can be omitted if that is the case.
Buttermilk in Cake
Should you not have buttermilk on hand you can make your own. In this cake recipe, I recommend the sour cream version of homemade buttermilk.
![The Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Kahlua Whipped Cream and Oreo is the definition of indulgent baking! #baking #cakes #mudslidecake #iambaker #recipes Mudslide Cake Recipe](https://iambaker.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_0906.cake_.jpg)
How to Build a Layer Cake with Whipped Cream
- Use a dowel. Or better yet, use a plastic straw. I talk about that in detail here, but basically, you just insert a straw into the cake to rest the layers on.
- Add a bit of meringue powder to your homemade whipped cream. This helps to create a more sturdy whipped cream. The ratio is 1 teaspoon of meringue powder per 2 cups of heavy cream.
- Chill between layers. Try freezing for 15 minutes before adding the next layer of cake on top. If using this method make sure you serve the cake very cold!
More Chocolate Cakes
![mudcake5](https://iambaker.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mudcake5-1-400x400.jpg)
Mississippi Mudslide Cake
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup hot water
- ยฝ cup (59g) unsweetened cocoa
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2ยฝ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Kahlua Whipped Cream
- 2 cups (476g) heavy cream, cold
- ยฝ cup (62.5g) confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons Bailey Irish Cream liqueur
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua liqueur
- ยฝ teaspoon cornstarch
Ganache
- 6 ounces (ยพ cup) dark chocolate chips
- ยฝ cup (119g) heavy cream, room temperature
Garnish
- 1 cup chopped chocolate sandwich cookies, (Oreos)
Instructions
Cake
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare three 9-inch round cake pans with non-stick spray and/or parchment.
- In the bowl of stand mixer with whisk attachment, add the granulated sugar and eggs and beat on high for 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the hot water, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and salt. With mixer on lowest setting, add to sugar mixture.
- With mixer still on low slowly add in flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Let mix to incorporate.
- Add in oil, buttermillk, and vanilla extract. Scrape down sides and bottom of bowl as needed. Do not overmix.
- Evenly pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick is removed clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack. Let cakes cool to room temperature or place in fridge until ready to assemble.
Kahlua Whipped Cream
- Place a clean stand mixer bowl with whisk attachment in the fridge for 15 minutes.
- Remove bowl from fridge and place on mixer. Add cream and whip on high until soft peaks form.
- Reduce mixer speed to low and slowly add in the confectioners’ sugar, Irish Cream, Kahlua, and cornstarch.
- Once everything is incorporated, turn mixer back to high and whip until stiff peaks form. Transfer to fridge until ready to assemble.
Ganache
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave on high for 15 seconds at a time, whisking together with a fork after each interval. Once the chocolate has melted into a shiny, smooth sauce (about 45 seconds total) transfer to the fridge to cool for 15 minutes.
Video
Notes
Did you make this recipe?
Thank you for making my recipe! You took pictures, right? Well go ahead and post them on Instagram! Be sure to mention me @iambaker and use the hashtag #YouAreBaker.
Recipe from Grandbaby Cakes shared with permission.
Is it safe to add corn starch to cream because it is not cooked. Is it safe to eat corn starch raw.
Can we make the not add cornstarch to the whipped cream.
What is “raw” cornstarch? What exactly are you afraid of?
Could you pls tell me how to make buttermilk
Can you make the cake in a 9 x 13 pan?
This cake looks beautiful and delicious! I canโt wait
to make it during the holidays.
Everything looks delicious!!
https://iambaker.net/how-to-make-buttermilk/
Hope this helps!
Exquisite!!
I made this cake a few weeks ago and it turned out amazing. You have reinstated my love for chocolate cake. Can you tell me approximately how much meringue powder should be added to the whipped cream? I missed this step last time and would like to add it in this next time around.
2. Add a bit of meringue powder to your homemade whipped cream. This helps to create a more sturdy whipped cream.
I made this cake yesterday as our Thanksgiving desert and it came out beautiful, just like the picture. As I read some of the reviews some of you had problems with the cake sinking…I followed the directions to the T and had no problems at all. And since I was afraid what could happen overnight, I left it in the freezer. Took it out the next day about 3 hr prior to our dinner and it was perfect. Defenetly a keeper. The only ingredient that I thought didn’t make a difference was the instant coffee. I don’t drink instant coffee so I just asked at work to anyone who drinks it and one of my coworkers provided me with the amount needed but honestly next time I won’t even bother with it.
Is there a substitute for the liquor? I would prefer it without.
Hi, Sarah! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. You could use this homemade whipped cream recipe instead. Have a great day!