Mississippi Mud Bars

Summer may be (almost) over, but that doesn't mean that fun treats aren't necessary. These rich, indulgent bars will make any work day better - I can attest they are especially good around 2:30 with a cup of coffee...

These homemade brownies are incredibly delicious - and then they're topped with marshmallows swimming in a chocolate ganache...get that coffee pot brewing and make these babies part of your work day survival strategy.

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Mississippi Mud Bars

Brownies:
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1 cup butter
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup flour

Chocolate-Marshmallow Topping:
1 -12 ounce package semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)
3/4 cup heavy cream
3 cups mini marshmallows

In a large glass bowl, combine the unsweetened chocolate and butter. Heat in microwave for 1 minute; stir, then heat at 30 second intervals, stirring between each one until melted and smooth. Beat in eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until well blended. Stir in flour, blending well.

Spread evenly into greased 9x13 baking dish. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes, and do not overbake. Cool in pan on a wire rack.

For the topping, combine chocolate chips and cream in a large glass bowl. Heat in microwave 1-2 minutes stirring twice until melted and smooth. Fold in marshmallows. Spread topping evenly over the top of cooled brownies. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Recipe Source: Adapted from The Girl Who Ate Everything