Indulge in the classic campfire treat in cupcake form with these S’mores Cupcakes. They feature a graham cracker base, a rich chocolate cake, and a toasted marshmallow topping.
S’mores cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic campfire treat, bringing together the perfect combination of graham cracker crust, chocolate, and toasted marshmallows into one decadent cupcake. These treats capture the nostalgic flavors of s’mores in a portable and more refined form, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you’re at a picnic, a BBQ, or just enjoying a sweet craving at home.
The base of each s’mores cupcake is a graham cracker crust that provides that familiar crunch and sweetness, mimicking the base of a traditional s’more. On top of the crust sits a rich, moist chocolate cupcake, baked to perfection and filled with melted chocolate for that gooey center. The crowning glory of these cupcakes is the toasted marshmallow topping, giving you that authentic, charred flavor you love from the campfire.
To make these cupcakes, start by creating the graham cracker crust, which is simply crushed graham crackers mixed with butter and sugar. Then, prepare the chocolate batter, adding a bit of cocoa powder and melted chocolate for deep, rich flavor. After baking, pipe on a generous swirl of marshmallow fluff or use marshmallow cream for that signature toasted texture. To achieve the toasted look, briefly brown the marshmallow topping under a broiler or with a kitchen torch.
S’mores cupcakes are the perfect way to enjoy the flavor of a campfire treat without needing a fire. They’re ideal for sharing with family and friends, or for bringing a little taste of summer to any season. Whether you’re hosting a party or just satisfying your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are sure to impress and disappear in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs crushed finely
- 1/4 cup sugar for the crust
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 box chocolate cake mix follow the box instructions
- 12 large marshmallows one for each cupcake
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Divide the mixture evenly among the cupcake liners and press down to form a crust.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the box instructions and fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cupcakes from the oven and place a large marshmallow on top of each one. Return to the oven for 1-2 minutes until the marshmallows are slightly melted.
- If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of the marshmallows while they are still warm. Let the cupcakes cool completely before serving.
These cupcakes are AMAZING! My kids just loved them. Definitely a keeper!
Honestly, I think these are too sweet. I would cut down on the sugar next time. Maybe just put a small marshmallow?
S’mores in a cupcake?? Genius! Gonna try this for my next BBQ!
Too sweet for my taste! The marshmallows and chocolate are just too much. But the crust is nice.
These are dangerously good. The graham crust is such a nice touch and the marshmallow gets all toasty after the quick bake. I added extra chocolate chips and would do it again.
Right?? The graham crust totally makes these feel like actual s’mores, not just “chocolate cupcakes.” Love that quick broil/heat step for the marshmallow.
Looks good but isn’t it hard to eat with the melted marshmallows? I might stick to normal cupcakes. 3/5.
I think the melted marshmallows make them even better! Just gotta eat them carefully. 😋
Tbh the marshmallow step is gonna be sticky. I’d probably let them cool longer, cuz otherwise everything sticks to the wrapper… lol.
Huh, mine don’t stick? Maybe because I put the marshmallows on and then I bake like 10 minutes instead of 1-2. Also I don’t use cupcake liners half the time lol. Could just be my oven.
Yeah, I agree—those marshmallows can get super gluey if you don’t let them cool a bit. I usually chill them 10-15 mins before serving so they set without sticking to the liner.
These cupcakes are sooo good! Perfect for summer cookouts.
Mine stuck to the liners a little. I let them cool completely, but still… maybe the marshmallow got too hot? Otherwise flavor was awesome, especially the crust.
Mine never stuck… are you sure you didn’t bake them too long? 18 minutes plus 1-2 mins on marshmallow feels like it could overcook. I might also try chilling after the marshmallow step so it firms up fast. Flavor is great though, that crust hits.
That might be it—when the marshmallow is melted/gooey, it can glue to the liner. Next time try pulling them out sooner (just a quick melt), and let the marshmallow set for like 5 minutes on the counter before fully cooling. Also, maybe use paper liners that are a bit sturdier or lightly spray the liners first.
Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about using boxed cake mix, but it worked. Texture is super moist and the graham base is a great surprise.
I was also skeptical at first about the boxed mix, but your note about it being super moist convinced me 😄 The graham base sounds like the best part!
Okay but… marshmallows on top for 1-2 minutes at 350°F?? Mine would probably blow up and burn lol. Did you cover them or watch super closely?
I didn’t have graham cracker crumbs, so I used cookies. It still tasted delish! 4 stars.
These s’mores cupcakes are heavenly! My kids devoured them!
They look good, but I think the marshmallows are too sweet. Can’t we just skip them? 🤔
I made these for my daughter’s birthday and they were a hit! So easy to make and super yummy! 🌟
S’mores in cupcakes? Brilliant! I’m gonna try this out for the kids. Bet they’ll love it!
Super easy to make! I added some peanut butter and it was a hit!
Not gonna lie, I expected more graham flavor in the cake part. The crust is great, but the chocolate cake mix kind of dominates. If you want it more s’mores-y, maybe add some extra graham crumbs into the batter.
Pretty easy and the timing worked for me. My marshmallows browned a little too much at 2 minutes, but they still tasted great. Next time I’ll pull them sooner.
Easy and pretty foolproof, especially with the boxed cake mix. Mine baked in closer to 20 minutes though—18 was a little optimistic for my oven. Still delicious.
These are dangerously good. The graham crust + chocolate cake combo is honestly the perfect s’mores vibe. Marshmallows came out nice and melty.
Yum! S’mores in a cupcake form is like magic! Just perfect for camping vibes. A must-try!
This recipe is a joke. I followed it exactly and they turned into a mushy mess. Never making this again.
I’m sorry to hear that! I had good luck with these cupcakes. Maybe the oven temp was off? They can be tricky sometimes!
I followed the steps but my marshmallows kind of slid off lol. Still tasty though—next time I’ll push them in a bit more. 350°F for 2 minutes was right.
These are dangerously good. The graham crust + chocolate cake mix combo tastes way more “from scratch” than it is. Marshmallow on top gets that perfect gooey vibe.
Could’ve been better. I hate how the marshmallows stuck to the liners, ugh!
Mine didn’t come out “clean” on a toothpick at 18 minutes, but I think my cupcakes were bigger. I added 4 more minutes and they were fine. Still good, but watch the bake time.
Good catch! Bigger cupcakes definitely need longer bake time. I usually start checking around 16–18 min anyway—thanks for the real-world timing tip.
The graham cracker + butter crust is a great idea, but I think 1/4 cup sugar might be a bit much with the chocolate cake mix already sweet. Next time I’ll cut it down.
I actually used the full amount and it was fine? Maybe it depends on the brand of chocolate cake mix. Also I didn’t melt the butter all the way once and it still turned out… kinda gritty though 😅
Totally agree—between the cake mix sweetness and the marshmallow, that 1/4 cup sugar felt a little too sugary for me too. Cutting it down next time sounds perfect.
Epic fail. Burnt the marshmallows completely. Guess I need to watch better next time.
These are dangerously good. The graham crust + chocolate cake mix is such an easy shortcut, and the marshmallow top tastes exactly like s’mores but in cupcake form. I used extra chips and didn’t regret it 😅
Marshmallows got all browned but also kinda chewy. I left them 2 minutes like the recipe says. Could be my oven runs hot?
The marshmallows burnt a little, but tasted great. Next time I’ll watch them more closely.
I tried this and the marshmallow basically disappeared 😭 Like, melted but didn’t stay on top. Could be my marshmallows were smaller or my oven runs hot. Flavor was good though.
I followed this but my marshmallows burned. Maybe put them in later? Not impressed. 2 stars.
I had the same issue the first time! I think maybe they need to be added after the cupcakes are done baking. Good idea!
These cupcakes are heavenly! I made them for a party and everyone loved them. Definitely a 5-star recipe!
I made these for a family gathering and they were a hit! Easy recipe, thank you!
I need a gluten-free version. Can I use almond flour instead of graham crackers? Asking for a friend.
I accidentally used salted butter and it was still okay, but I’d use unsalted next time. Also crush the graham crumbs finely or the crust feels gritty.
OMG! These cupcakes are my new favorite dessert. I cant believe how simple it was.
The idea is great but the measurements feel a little off to me. I had extra graham crust left over, and my cupcakes turned out more dense than I expected.
1-2 minutes is not enough in my oven—more like 4. Otherwise super fun idea. Also my toothpick test came out clean but they weren’t quite moist.
Totally agree on the timing—my oven runs hot too, but 18 min + the marshmallow step is the key. Next time I’ll try closer to 4 minutes for the melt so they stay gooey.
Too sweet for me, I only took a bite and gave the rest to my kids. They loved it tho. So 3 stars!
These were dangerously good. The graham crust + chocolate cake combo is legit s’mores vibes, and the marshmallow broiled on top perfectly. I did 2 minutes and kept an eye on them—mine almost browned.
My kids would devour these. Pressing the graham crust down is the best part—feels fancy for such an easy recipe. 10/10 for party dessert.
Yummy! But I think I put too many chocolate chips on top. Next time less is more! 4 stars.
These are so cute but how do you get the marshmallows to not burn? Mine got too toasty! 🥴
Delish! Used dark chocolate mix instead of regular. 10/10 would recommend to a friend!
I dunno… dark chocolate sounds a bit too rich for S’mores. Regular is where it’s at. Just sayin’.
Sounds amazing! Dark chocolate really takes it up a notch! Can’t wait to try this! 🍫
These cupcakes are AMAZING! Tastes just like a campfire treat in cupcake form! Definitely making them again. 🍰🔥
I’m skeptical about using a boxed cake mix… but wow, it still worked. The graham layer gives it that real campfire vibe. I’d definitely make these for parties.
350°F is fine, but 18 minutes felt long for my oven—centers were a little dry. Also the graham crumb crust got too dark near the edges. Maybe lower the temp?
Oh that makes sense—every oven runs a little different. I’d try dropping the temp to 340°F and start checking around 15–16 minutes. Dry centers usually mean they’re going a bit too long.
My kids loved helping with this! Fun to crush the crackers and layer it all up. Will def make again!
Sounds good but isn’t it just a mix? I feel like real baking is better. 🤔
That sounds awesome! My kids love s’mores and I can’t wait to try this out with them! Thanks for sharing!
These sound dangerously good. The graham crust is such a nice touch—very s’mores-y without being messy. I might toast the marshmallows a tiny bit longer though.
Not sure why you’d use a boxed cake mix for something this specific. It tastes fine, but I wanted more homemade chocolate flavor and less ‘store cake’ vibe.
LOL I burned 3 marshmallows… but the rest were fine. The instructions say 1-2 minutes and I somehow did like 6. Still tasty!
The crumb crust is kinda gritty if you don’t crush super fine. Also, my cake mix instructions said something different for temp but I followed yours anyway and it turned out ok.
Flavor is good, but 1 cup graham crumbs + 1/4 cup sugar feels a bit sweet for me. Maybe cut the crust sugar next time.
These cupcakes are AMAZING! The marshmallow on top is like a little hug! Definitely making these for my party!
Can I replace the graham cracker crumbs with cookies? Like chocolate chip?
I followed it pretty much exactly. Only thing: my marshmallows browned way too fast, so keep an eye on the oven—seriously, 1 minute might be enough.
Good call—mine went from “perfect” to “oops” real quick too. I’d start with just 1 minute and watch them like a hawk. Also maybe rotate the pan halfway if your oven runs hot.
These taste like actual s’mores but in cupcake form—so fun. The graham crust is the best part and the marshmallow gets perfectly melty after 1-2 minutes.
Ugh, I don’t get how people can say these are good. The chocolate mix is too sweet with the marshmallows. No thanks.
These are fire 🔥. I swapped the chocolate chips for dark chocolate shavings and it was elite. The marshmallow texture was spot on—soft and a little toasted.
Not sure about these, marshmallows turned out chewy and weird. Not for me.
Absolutely loved these s’mores cupcakes! They taste just like the real thing but without the campfire mess. My kids were thrilled!
Great recipe, but where are the mini chocolate chips supposed to go? Mix in or on top? Confusing!
I like the concept but my crust separated from the cake a bit. Maybe I didn’t crush the graham crackers fine enough? Also used salted butter by accident—still okay.
Graham cracker crumbs + chocolate cake = always a win. I’m skeptical about adding the marshmallows right on top instead of broiling, but I’ll try it. Sounds solid.
Totally agree—graham + chocolate is basically the s’mores cheat code 😄 I was worried the marshmallows might melt too much, but 1–2 minutes seems perfect. I’ll be broiling them sometimes, but trying your way first!
Really easy for a crowd dessert. I followed the box cake mix directions and it came out moist. Next time I’ll press the graham crust a bit firmer so it doesn’t crumble when you bite.
This sounds dangerously easy 😄 I’m making these for a party and “crowd dessert” is exactly what I need. Good tip about pressing the crust—mine always crumbles on s’mores stuff.
I tried something like this and my marshmallows slid right off… maybe I didn’t melt them long enough. Also, do you put the marshmallow on before baking or after? Your steps say after but box directions be confusing lol.
Yummy!! Just like campfire s’mores, but in cupcake form. I added some peanut butter on top too! Would recommend.
That sounds delicious! Adding peanut butter was a genius idea. I have to try it!
S’mores cupcakes? I dunno about that. Sounds kinda messy. 😬
Worst ever. My oven is broke and I couldn’t bake it right. Should’ve just stuck with cookies.
I’m sorry your oven broke! Maybe try making no-bake desserts next time? S’mores can be made on the stove or even in the microwave!
I think there might be a better way to make these. Just bake regular cupcakes and put chocolate and marshmallows on top. Easier!
I think your idea is simple, but you’re missing the charm of those s’mores cupcakes! The crust makes such a difference!
I followed the recipe, but my cupcakes turned out dry. Was I supposed to add something extra? 😕
This is too complicated for a simple dessert! Ain’t nobody got time for that!!! 1 star.
I don’t think it’s that complicated! Just follow the steps. They’re so worth it! 😋
Mine came out a little dry after 18 minutes. I think I overbaked—maybe start checking at 15. Flavor is amazing, just adjust time.
The graham cracker crust is the best part. I used 1/2 cup chips and it was way too much (but I’m biased). Would make again for sure.
Great recipe! But it needs more chocolate chips! 3 stars.
3 stars? I think that’s a bit harsh. The recipe is great as is! But, guess you can always add choc chips if you want. 🤷♂️
I totally agree! More chocolate chips would make it so much better! I added extra when I made them, and they were divine! 😍
So easy to make! But I just used store-bought frosting instead of chocolate chips. Still yummy!
I dont get why people like these. The marshmallow gets too sticky in my opinion. Also, it burned a bit. Maybe I did it wrong?
The flavor is spot on. I wish the instructions said exactly how much graham/butter mixture to pack per cup. I eyeballed it and some crusts were thicker than others.
S’mores whut? I thought it was cookies!! Got confused, but there alright. 4 stars.
Yummy!! These are the best! 😍
S’mores cupcakes? More like s’mores mess! This recipe needs work. 🙁
I tried making these but I burned my cupcakes. 🙁 Maybe I’ll try again.
These cupcakes are AMAZING! I made them for a party and they were gone in minutes! 5 stars!!!