Description
Delectable s’mores cupcakes blend campfire magic with gourmet charm, melding graham cracker crumbs, rich chocolate, and pillowy marshmallow. Sweet memories of summer nights dance on the palate, inviting you to savor each irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Hersheys chocolate bar, broken into squares (for garnish)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup hot water
- ½ cup marshmallow fluff (optional, for extra gooeyness)
- ½ cup crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsps granulated sugar
- 12 large marshmallows
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Crust Preparation: Pulverize graham crackers with melted butter and sugar, then firmly press a compact layer into each cupcake liner. Quickly toast the crust for 5 minutes at 350°F to enhance its nutty essence.
- Chocolate Batter Creation: Whisk cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt together. In a separate vessel, cream butter with brown and granulated sugars until airy. Incorporate eggs and vanilla, then alternately fold in buttermilk and dry ingredients. Introduce hot water to achieve a silky, smooth consistency.
- Marshmallow Integration: Carefully ladle batter into lined cupcake tins, leaving space for a hidden marshmallow center. Gently nestle a large marshmallow into each cupcake’s core before baking for 18-20 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
- Torching Marshmallow Topping: Once cooled slightly, generously scatter mini marshmallows across cupcake surfaces. Position under broiler for 30-60 seconds, watching intently to achieve a perfectly caramelized golden-brown finish.
- Final Garnishing: Delicately sprinkle crushed graham crackers over marshmallow peaks. Crown each cupcake with a classic Hershey’s chocolate square, creating a nostalgic s’mores presentation ready to be devoured warm.
Notes
- Gently combine ingredients to prevent tough, dense cupcakes that lose their soft, delicate texture.
- Watch marshmallows closely during broiling to prevent burning; golden brown is the perfect caramelization point.
- Insert marshmallow slightly off-center to ensure even baking and prevent potential sinking in the cupcake.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and buttermilk to create a smoother, more consistent cupcake batter that rises evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg