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 mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
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
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.
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