Smores Chocolate Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cflour
- 2 csugar
- ¾ cnatural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tspbaking soda
- 1 tspsalt
- 2 largeeggs
- 1 cmilk
- 1 cvegetable oil
- 1 ½ tspvanilla extract
- 1 chot water
- ¾ cgraham cracker crumbs
- 1 ½ tbspsugar
- ¼ cunsalted butter
- 1 ¾ cunsalted butter
room temperature
- 3 ¼ cmarshmallow fluff
approximately two 7 oz jars
- 6 cpowdered sugar
- 1 ½ cmini marshmallows
- 9 ozsemi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cheavy whipping cream
- ¾ cunsalted butter
room temperature
- 3 cpowdered sugar
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1 tbspmilk or cream
Directions
- 1
Grease three 8-inch cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper circles. Preheat your oven to 300°F (148°C) to ensure even baking.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
- 3
Add eggs, milk, and vegetable oil to the dry mixture and stir well to combine.
- 4
Mix vanilla extract into the hot water, then add it to the batter, mixing thoroughly. The batter will be thin, which is expected.
- 5
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Remove from oven and cool in pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks until completely cool.
- 6
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, mixing until evenly coated. Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- 7
Toast mini marshmallows under the broiler for about 1 minute until golden. Once cooled, beat butter in a large bowl until smooth. Add marshmallow fluff and beat until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar in two parts, mixing well each time until smooth. Fold in the toasted mini marshmallows, breaking them into smaller pieces if sticky. Set aside.
- 8
Place chocolate chips in a medium bowl. Heat heavy cream until just boiling and pour over the chocolate. Let sit for 3-5 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Set aside.
- 9
Beat butter until smooth in a large bowl. Add half the powdered sugar and mix well. Add vanilla extract and milk or cream, then mix again. Add remaining powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
- 10
Using a serrated knife, level the domes off the cake layers. Place the first layer on a cake plate or board and pipe a dam of vanilla frosting around the edge to contain fillings. Spread 6 tablespoons of chocolate ganache evenly on the layer, followed by 1 cup of toasted marshmallow frosting. Sprinkle half a cup of graham cracker crunchies evenly over the frosting.
- 11
Add the second cake layer and repeat the process of piping vanilla frosting dam, ganache, marshmallow frosting, and graham cracker crunchies.
- 12
Place the final cake layer on top. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to stabilize the layers.
- 13
Use the remaining toasted marshmallow frosting to cover the outside of the cake smoothly. Press the leftover graham cracker crunchies around the bottom edge of the cake.
- 14
Reheat any cooled ganache carefully in the microwave, then apply a chocolate drip around the top edges of the cake as desired.
- 15
Garnish the top of the cake with mini marshmallows and toast them using a kitchen torch until golden and slightly caramelized.
- 16
Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container, best consumed within 3-4 days. Serve cake cool but not cold for optimal flavor and texture.
Smores Chocolate Cake Recipe
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About this Recipe
The Ultimate S'mores Chocolate Cake: A Nostalgic Treat
Prepare for an extraordinary dessert experience with our incredible S'mores Chocolate Cake! This isn't just any chocolate cake; it's a meticulously crafted masterpiece that brings all the beloved flavors of a campfire s'mores right to your plate, elevated into a stunning, layered cake. Each slice promises a delightful journey through contrasting textures and rich, balanced tastes.
At the heart of this showstopper is a moist chocolate cake, perfectly rich and tender, setting the stage for the s'mores magic. But what truly makes this recipe shine is the toasted marshmallow frosting. It's light, airy, and infused with that signature smoky-sweet flavor, a perfect counterpoint to the deep chocolate. Adding a delightful crunch to every bite is the homemade graham cracker crumble, which truly mimics the classic s'mores experience.
Finished with a luscious chocolate ganache drip and adorned with beautifully toasted mini marshmallows, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. The hint of vanilla throughout ties all these amazing components together, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a truly indulgent treat, this S'mores Chocolate Cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and become your new favorite recipe.
Tips for S'mores Cake Success:
- Perfect Ganache: Ensure your heavy cream is hot enough to melt the chocolate chips completely for a silky smooth ganache. Let it cool slightly before dripping for better control.
- Toasting Marshmallows: For the perfect golden-brown toasted marshmallows on top, use a kitchen torch for precision or a broiler, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Flavor Variations: Feel free to add a pinch of espresso powder to your chocolate cake batter to deepen the chocolate flavor even further.