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campfire cupcakes

Campfire Cupcakes

Campfire Cupcakes bring all the fun of s’mores into a handheld dessert. These cupcakes feature a graham cracker crust, rich chocolate base, and toasted marshmallow topping, creating the perfect nostalgic treat for any occasion. Easy to make and perfect for parties, BBQs, or a fun treat at home, these cupcakes combine the best flavors of summer in a convenient bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Base

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Graham Cracker Crust

  • ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

For the Topping

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • Chocolate squares or chips optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cupcake Base:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  • In a separate large bowl, mix the sugar (granulated and brown) with vegetable oil. Stir until smooth.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Don’t overmix—this keeps the cupcakes light and fluffy.

Make the Graham Cracker Crust:

  • In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Stir until everything is well-coated and the crumbs form a loose, crumbly mixture.
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner, pressing down lightly to form a base.

Bake the Cupcakes:

  • Evenly divide the cupcake batter over the graham cracker crusts, filling each liner about ¾ full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean.
  • Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Toast the Marshmallow Topping:

  • Once the cupcakes are completely cool, top each one with mini marshmallows.
  • Using a kitchen torch, gently toast the marshmallows until golden brown. If you don’t have a torch, you can broil them in the oven for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.

Add the Finishing Touch:

  • If desired, top with chocolate squares or chocolate chips for extra richness.
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