S’mores Cake

This s’mores cake is a two layer ultimate s’mores cake. It has two layers of graham cracker cake, chocolate cream cheese frosting, and marshmallow fluff filling. The marshmallow drip on top completes the look for an easy to decorate cake.

This smores cake looks good and tastes even better. The graham cracker cake is delicious and has graham cracker crumbs mixed in. The chocolate frosting and a layer of marshmallow frosting on top make this the perfect summer dessert. It tastes just like eating a s’more but in a delicious cake!

For other s’mores recipes, try S’mores Cinnamon Rolls, S’mores Cookies, and S’mores Cupcakes.

Why This Recipe Works

• S’mores flavor- You can’t go wrong with chocolate, graham cracker, and marshmallow!
• Moist cake- This cake is moist and tender. It has the perfect texture.
• Marshmallow drip- This cake looks beautiful with an easy to do drip on top!

Step By Step Instructions – Graham Cracker Cake

Here is how to make and bake the graham cracker cake. This cake recipe requires an electric mixer. A stand mixer with paddle attachment or a hand mixer will work.

STEP 1: Prep. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Then, spray two 8 inch cake pans with baking spray. Line the bottoms with parchment paper circles and spray them again.

STEP 2: Dry ingredients. Sift together the all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the graham cracker crumbs in and set it aside.

STEP 3: Beat butter, oil, and sugar. Use a mixer to beat the butter, oil, and sugar for 2 minutes on high speed.

STEP 4: Wet ingredients. Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs to the butter mixture. Mix them in on medium speed until just combined.

STEP 5: Combine. Add 1/3rd of the dry ingredients and half of the buttermilk and mix them in on low speed. Then, add another 1/3 of the dry ingredients and the other half of the buttermilk. Mix them in on low speed. Finish with the remaining dry ingredients.

STEP 6: Pour batter. Divide the batter into the prepared cake pans in an equal and even layer.

STEP 7: Bake cake. Bake the cakes for 22-25 minutes. They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

STEP 8: Cool. Let the cakes cool in the hot pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step By Step Instructions – Frosting and Filling.

Here is how to make the chocolate cream cheese frosting and prepare the marshmallow filling. See my chocolate cream cheese frosting post for more tips.

STEP 1: Frosting dry ingredients. Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a large bowl.

STEP 2: Beat cream cheese and butter. Use a mixer to beat the cream cheese and butter on high speed for 2 minutes.

STEP 3: Combine. Add in half of the cocoa powdered sugar and mix it on low speed until just combined. Add the remaining cocoa powdered sugar and mix it on low.

STEP 4: Beat frosting. Scrape the sides of the bowl and add the vanilla extract and salt. Mix the frosting on high speed until it is fluffy and slightly pale in color.

STEP 5: Marshmallow creme. Place the marshmallow creme in a microwave safe small bowl. Heat it for 30 seconds in the microwave.

Assembling the Cake

Here is how to assemble the s’mores cake.

STEP 1: Even out layers. Use a serrated knife to cut the domes off the top of the cake layers to make them even.

STEP 2: First layer. Place the first cake layer down and spread 1/2 cup of chocolate frosting over it with an offset spatula. Pipe a border of frosting around the edge to hold in the marshmallow. Then, spread 1/2 cup of the marshmallow filling over the center.

STEP 3: Second layer. Place the second layer of cake on top.

STEP 4:Crumb coat. Frost the cake in a light layer of frosting (called a crumb coat). Freeze the cake for 15 minutes to solidify this layer and lock in any crumbs.

STEP 4: Frost cake. Frost the rest of the outside of the cake. Then, place the entire cake in the freezer for 10 minutes to prepare for decorating.

STEP 5: Prep marshmallow. Mix 1 TBSP of water into the marshmallow filling. You may need to heat it in the microwave.

STEP 6: Marshmallow drip. Place the remaining half of the filling into a piping bag. Make the marshmallow drip over the sides of the cake.

Expert Baking Tips

• Properly measure the flour- Make sure the flour is spooned and leveled. If you stick the measuring cup directly into the flour, it will compact the flour. Compacted flour can cause the cake to be dry.
• To easily remove the cake from the pan, make sure to first spray the pan with baking nonstick spray. Then, line bottom with parchment paper and spray it again to make sure that the paper does not stick to the bottom of the cake too much. If you miss any spots with the spray they can stick and tear the cake so be thorough.
• For high altitude baking add 2 Tbsp of flour to the cake batter.

FAQ

Storing and Freezing

Store this s’mores cake in an airtight container like a cake carrier. Store in the fridge up to 5 days.

Freezing

You can freeze the s’mores cake in individual slices. Place the cake slices in an airtight container and freeze up to 30 days.

Other Cake Recipes To Try

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