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S’mores Cake

S’mores Cake: Indulge in a Campfire Classic at Home

Delight in a nostalgic S’mores Cake, combining layers of chocolate cake, graham cracker crust, and fluffy marshmallow frosting.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cups Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk or yogurt
  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee omit if sensitive to caffeine
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil or melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or margarine
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
For the Marshmallow Frosting
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 7 ounces marshmallow fluff store-bought recommended
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup extra graham crackers
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. Sprinkle a thin layer of graham cracker crumbs in the pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of each prepared cake pan. Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the large eggs, buttermilk, hot brewed coffee, neutral oil, and pure vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, combining until just mixed.
  5. Evenly divide the batter between the cooled graham cracker crusts. Bake in the oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  6. Prepare the dark chocolate ganache by heating the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Pour it over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and stir until smooth and glossy.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, whip the egg whites and granulated sugar together until stiff peaks form. Gradually add in the softened butter and marshmallow fluff, mixing until you achieve a light and airy frosting consistency.
  8. To assemble the cake, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the chocolate ganache over the first cake layer. Carefully place the second cake layer on top, then apply a thin crumb coat of the marshmallow frosting around the sides and top of the cake.
  9. Cover the cake with a thick layer of marshmallow frosting. Toast the frosting peaks if desired, and garnish with mini marshmallows and crushed graham crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavors and textures, serve your S’mores Cake at room temperature. Freeze layers in advance for easier preparation.

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