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.
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. 😋
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!
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!
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!
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.
The marshmallows burnt a little, but tasted great. Next time I’ll watch them more closely.
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.
OMG! These cupcakes are my new favorite dessert. I cant believe how simple it was.
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.
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. 🍰🔥
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!
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?
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.
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! 😋
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?
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!!!
Not bad but I expected more marshmallow flavor. I’m guessing 12 marshmallows means each one is smaller than mine? Mine kind of disappeared into the cake.
These cupcakes are heavenly! The marshmallows really make them special. Definitely a crowd-pleaser!
Me and my kids loved making these! But be careful with the marshmallows, they can be tricky to melt just right.
Mine came out a bit dry even though I checked at 18 minutes. Maybe my oven runs hot? The flavor is still good though.
I’m confused on step 5—do you put the marshmallow on right after baking and bake again? I did it twice and the marshmallow kind of sank. Tasted fine though.
I don’t get why you’d use cake mix—feels like cheating. But the result tasted like a real dessert, so… I can’t complain. The chocolate chips on top were a nice touch.
Meh, it was okay. The cupcakes tasted like basic chocolate. Not impressed.
I just don’t like chocolate that much, so I didn’t try these. But my husband said they were pretty good!
I followed the directions exactly, but my marshmallows browned way too fast after 1-2 minutes. Still tasty, just more like toasted marshmallow bombs.
Tried these with gluten-free graham crackers and they turned out perfect. Yummy!
I had a really hard time with this recipe. My cupcakes didn’t rise at all, and they just crumbled. What did I do wrong?
Sounds like you might have overmixed the batter! Be gentle when combining ingredients. It’ll help them rise better!
Mine came out kinda dry. I think I overbaked (18 min was too long for my oven). Also my crust was more like crumbs, not really “pressed.” Still tasted good though.
My crust was also like crumbs the first time 😅 I think I didn’t press hard enough or the butter cooled. Try packing it down with the back of a spoon and make sure the melted butter is still warm/liquidy when you mix it.
Ahhh that’s frustrating—18 min might indeed be oven-dependent. I’ve had mine go dry when I bake too long with cake mix. Next time I’d pull them when the edges look set but the center still feels a tiny bit soft, like 14–16 min.
Just me but I think 1 box cake mix is too much for 12 cupcakes. I ended up with batter left over. Either way they were ok.
I’m with you—1 full box can be a lot for only 12 cupcakes. I’ve had extra batter too. Still tastes good though, so I guess it’s not a big deal!
What’s the point of using a box cake mix? Just make your own, it’s so much better… But okay, these tasted fine.
Making from scratch is always better. Box cake mixes are just lazy cooking. You can do better!
I get what you mean, but sometimes life is busy and a box mix saves time! Plus, these cupcakes still taste good!
I didn’t have graham crumbs so I used digestive biscuits. Worked fine, but it tastes more like cookie cupcakes than classic s’mores.
S’mores in a cupcake? Genius! Made these for a party and they were gone in minutes. Can’t wait to make them again.
Yum! Will definitely make again. Perfect texture and flavor. 👍
Mine stuck to the liners a little. Probably because I let them cool for too short a time? Either way, messy but delicious.
Ahh yeah—cooling too short could totally do that. I usually let them cool in the pan like 10 minutes, then take them out and cool fully. Also make sure the liners aren’t super slick (and don’t overbake). Still love that “messy but delicious” vibe 😄
Whaaaat? Marshmallows on cupcakes? Never heard of that! Sounds weird tbh. 2 stars for creativity tho.
Pretty good, but a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would leave out some sugar next time.
Too sweet? I thought they were perfect! But hey, you do you. Just don’t forget the marshmallows — they make it fun!
I personally love how sweet they are! But I get that everyone has different tastes. Maybe you could try reducing the sugar by half next time?
I love s’mores, so I had to try these. The crumb crust is a great idea. The only thing is the chocolate cake mix is a little sweet on its own, so I might reduce sugar next time (if that’s even possible).
S’mores and cupcakes together? Duuude, this is genius! I love it. 5 stars!
Absolutely! S’mores are the best and putting them in cupcakes is such a fun idea! Can’t wait to try this!
Yummy
I dunno, is it really that easy? I feel like my cupcakes never come out right…
These cupcakes look awesome! Can’t wait to try them!
Really? 18 minutes? I cooked mine for 25 and they were still wet inside. Kinda disappointed.
Wow, this tastes like campfire dessert but in cupcake form. My kid literally asked for these for breakfast (no complaints). The chocolate chips on top were a nice touch.
I tried something similar and my marshmallows just sorta slid off 😬 Any tips to keep them from falling/flattening? Also, is the 1 box cake mix the whole thing or like half? (I might’ve messed that up.)
Haha same vibe here—campfire dessert energy but somehow easier. My son would absolutely call these “breakfast cupcakes” too 😅 The graham crust is the secret, I think.