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S’mores Cupcakes

S’mores Cupcakes

The Crispy Chef
These S’mores Cupcakes capture the nostalgic magic of a campfire treat in a rich, moist chocolate cupcake topped with toasted marshmallow and graham cracker crunch.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

  • Cupcake tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Kitchen torch or broiler
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cupcake Base:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-processed or unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee or hot water

For the Graham Cracker Crust (optional):

  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp melted butter

For the Marshmallow Topping Options:

  • Mini marshmallows for classic toasted topping
  • OR 1 cup marshmallow fluff for spreadable shortcut
  • OR Marshmallow Swiss meringue buttercream

Optional Toppings:

  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Chocolate ganache drizzle
  • Half graham cracker pieces
  • Peanut butter or caramel drizzle

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake tin with liners.
  • If making graham crust, mix crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press ~1 tbsp into each liner and bake for 5 minutes.
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk until combined.
  • Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Slowly mix in hot coffee or water.
  • Fill liners 2/3 full and bake 16–18 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Choose marshmallow topping method. Pipe or spread on cooled cupcakes.
  • Torch marshmallow or broil briefly for golden top.
  • Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers and add any other desired toppings.

Notes

Don’t overmix cupcake batter.
Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter and fluffy frosting.
Torch marshmallow topping right before serving for best appearance and texture.
Store components separately for longer freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSugar: 26g
Keyword cupcakes, S'mores
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