Campfire Bliss Cupcakes

Indulge in the perfect blend of gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and a graham cracker crust in these irresistible S'mores cupcakes. Topped with fluffy chocolate frosting, this cozy treat will transport you straight to a starry night by the campfire.
ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped semi-sweet chocolateFor the frosting:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 2.
In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press a spoonful of the mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner as a crust.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
- 4.
Add vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- 5.
Gradually pour in the milk while stirring, until the batter is smooth.
- 6.
Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the batter. Sprinkle mini marshmallows and chopped chocolate on top. Cover with a small amount of batter to seal the filling.
- 7.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.For the frosting:
- 9.
In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy and smooth.
- 10.
Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
- 11.
Once the cupcakes have cooled, generously frost each cupcake with the chocolate frosting.
- 12.
For an extra touch, garnish with a mini marshmallow or a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs.