Description

This decadent s’mores cake brings the nostalgic flavors of your favorite campfire treat into a rich, show-stopping dessert. Moist chocolate cake meets a buttery graham cracker base, all crowned with a glossy, homemade marshmallow frosting that’s toasted to golden perfection. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, a backyard BBQ, or simply craving a slice of childhood joy, this s’mores cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Every bite is gooey, sweet, and full of campfire charm—without the smoke.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 ¾ cups granulated + brown sugar mix
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup brewed hot coffee
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp sugar

2 . For Marshmallow Frosting:

4 egg whites
1 cup sugar
¼ tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare pans with graham cracker crust and bake for 8–10 minutes.
Mix dry ingredients in one bowl.
Whisk wet ingredients in another bowl and add melted chocolate.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
Pour batter over crust and bake for 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.
Make frosting: heat egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar over simmering water to 160°F.
Whip until stiff peaks form, then add vanilla.
Assemble layers and spread frosting.
Toast frosting with a torch or under broiler.

Notes

You can freeze cake layers in advance.
Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
Add chocolate chips inside the batter for extra gooeyness.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10–12
Calories: 520
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 72g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg