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S’mores Cake

Irresistible S’mores Cake Recipe for Your Sweet Tooth Cravings

This S’mores Cake delivers nostalgia and flavor, combining chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallow frosting in a delightful treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar adjust if using a sugar substitute
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder natural cocoa can be used but flavor will differ
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 Large Eggs (Room Temperature) can replace with flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Buttermilk substitute with sour cream or yogurt if needed
  • 1 cup Hot Brewed Coffee can be omitted for caffeine-free version
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil melted butter works well for a richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract non-alcoholic vanilla can be used as a substitute
For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 1 and 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter olive oil can be used but may alter flavor
  • 1/4 cup Sugar brown sugar gives richer taste but can replace with white sugar
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate milk chocolate can be used for a sweeter option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream is a great dairy-free substitute
For the Marshmallow Frosting
  • 3 Large Egg Whites aquafaba (chickpea water) is a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Sugar use powdered sugar for smoother texture
  • 1/2 cup Softened Butter vegan butter can be used for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff consider homemade marshmallow cream or omit if desired
For Garnish
  • optional Extra Graham Crackers & Mini Marshmallows for decoration and added whimsy

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Double Boiler
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy S’mores Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter or a non-stick spray and lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of each cake pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until set. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, mix together room temperature eggs, buttermilk, neutral oil, vanilla extract, and hot brewed coffee until smooth.
  5. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. To prepare the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering. Pour over chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  8. For the marshmallow frosting, combine egg whites and sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Whisk until it reaches 160°F (70°C) and sugar dissolves. Beat until glossy peaks form. Gradually add softened butter and marshmallow fluff.
  9. Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate. Spread ganache on top, add second layer, and coat with marshmallow frosting.
  10. Toast the marshmallow frosting with a kitchen torch until golden brown.
  11. For the garnish, sprinkle extra graham cracker crumbs and mini marshmallows on top. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual layers wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 1 month.

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