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S'mores Cake with Marshmallow Filling

Sep 10, 2022 · 1 Comment

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A homemade S'mores Cake Recipe with rich chocolate cake, graham cracker layers and toasted marshmallow topping. S'mores without the camping!

Smores cake recipe

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  • What is a S'mores
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Why you will love this cake

This S'mores cake consists of various textures and tastes which all work together.

  • Rich and decadent layers of a dark chocolate cake.
  • Graham cracker 'crust' layers add a crunchy texture and unique taste.
  • Fluffy marshmallow filling and topping which lends itself to the fire-roasted s'mores look.

What is a S'mores

Many of us grew up with this popular campfire treat: a fire-roasted marshmallow and a chunk of chocolate sandwiched between two graham crackers. The history of S'mores is explained in this interesting article from History Daily.

This cake recipe is reminiscent of those campfire days and although creating this cake will take a little more time and effort than a 'standard' cake - the results are well worth it! Hint: If you want to save a little time you may use store-bought marshmallow fluff for the frosting.

s'mores cake from dessertswithstephanie.com

A s'mores birthday cake

This s'mores cake recipe is a fun birthday cake option for your the camping-lovers in your life!

For a step-by-step visual instructions on how to make the chocolate cake, please visit my YouTube channel:

YouTube video

I hope you enjoy this S'mores Cake as much as my family and friends do!

📋 Recipe

smores cake recipe

Smores Cake Recipe

A homemade S'mores Cake Recipe with rich chocolate cake, graham cracker layers and toasted marshmallow topping.
5 from 22 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Cooling and Decorating time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins
Total Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 14 people
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer or
  • 1 Stand Mixer
  • 1 Food Scale
  • 1 Bowls, measuring cups and spoons
  • 4 8" Cake Pans (two for chocolate cake, two for graham cracker layers)

Ingredients
 
 

Chocolate Cake

  • ¾ Cup Cocoa Powder Use a combination of dark cocoa powder and regular cocoa powder for a richer chocolate taste and appearance.
  • 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Corn Starch
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ¾ Cup Vegetable or Canola Oil
  • 4 Large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 ¼ Cup Brewed Coffee May substitute water

Graham Cracker Crust Layers

  • 2 Cups Crushed Graham Crackers
  • ⅓ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted

Marshmallow Filling and Topping

  • 8 Large Egg Whites
  • 2 Cups Granulated Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 Cup Light Corn Syrup

Instructions
 

Chocolate Cake

  • Preheat oven to 275°
  • Prepare two 8" cake pans by lining the bottom with parchment paper or greasing the pans.
  • Combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, baking powder and baking soda in the bowl of a stand mixer. If mixing by hand or with a hand mixer, combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add oil and eggs. Mix until combined.
  • Slowly pour brewed coffee into bowl while continuing to mix, scraping the bowl occasionally. The batter should be smooth.
  • Divide batter between the two prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for 10 minutes at 275°
  • Increase oven temperature to 350° and bake an additional 25 minutes, or until cake is fully risen and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Place cakes on a rack and allow to cool completely before unmolding. Unmold by running an offset spatula or knife around the inside of the cake pan and flip pan over onto a platter.

Graham Cracker Crust Layers

  • Melt butter and allow to cool slightly
  • Line two 8" round pans with plastic wrap
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar in a bowl. Add melted butter to the bowl and mix well.
  • Lightly press ½ of the graham cracker mixture into each pan. Place pans in freezer.

Marshmallow Filling and Frosting

  • Place egg whites, sea salt, sugar and corn syrup in a bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk by hand to combine.
  • Place bowl over a pot of simmering water. The bottom of the bowl should not touch the water. Whisk occasionally – every 2 – 3 minutes.
  • Continue to heat until the mixture reaches 160° F
  • Place the bowl on the mixer and using the whip attachment, whip until the icing has cooled. The icing will be fluffy, white and hold stiff peaks.

Cake Assembly

  • Slice the domed top off of each chocolate cake. Slice one of the cakes into two slices.
  • Place one of the smaller slices of chocolate cake onto a serving platter. Spread a thin layer of the marshmallow frosting on top of the chocolate cake.
  • Remove graham cracker pans from the freezer. Unmold by pulling upward on the plastic wrap.
  • Place one layer of the graham cracker crumbs on top of the chocolate cake layer with the marshmallow icing. Spread marshmallow icing on top of the graham cracker layer.
  • Place the large layer of chocolate cake on top of the marshmallow topping and press down on the cake lightly. Spread a thin layer of the marshmallow frosting on top of the chocolate cake.
  • Place the second layer of the graham cracker crumbs on top of the cake. Spread marshmallow frosting on top of the graham cracker layer.
  • Place the last layer of chocolate cake on the top. Spread a thick layer of marshmallow frosting on the top and sides of the cake.
  • Using the backside of a spoon or offset spatula, create peaks in the marshmallow frosting.
  • Optional: Using a kitchen torch, lightly brown the peaks of the marshmallow frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 108gProtein: 6gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 317mgPotassium: 156mgFiber: 3gSugar: 84gVitamin A: 151IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword marshmallow frosting, smores cake, smores desserts
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  1. JAZZIE says

    September 19, 2022 at 11:47 am

    5 stars
    Was a little short on time so I used the marshmallow fluff. Was really good and we ate it around the fireplace.

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