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S’mores Chocolate Cake for Easy Dessert Recipes Lovers

This S’mores Chocolate Cake is where campfire nostalgia meets full-on indulgence. Picture this: a soft chocolate cake layered with rich ganache and graham cracker crunch, all topped with gooey toasted marshmallow frosting. It’s like childhood, only better—and way more chocolate. We’ve all had that moment where dessert calls, but the energy level is stuck somewhere between ‘meh’ and ‘nap.’ This cake fixes that. It’s simple, totally doable, and guaranteed to drop jaws at birthdays, potlucks, or just regular ol’ Tuesdays when you need a win. Best part? It doesn’t ask for anything weird or fancy. You probably have half the stuff in your pantry already. That means less time at the store, more time sneaking spoonfuls of frosting while no one’s watching. If you're into easy dessert recipes, you’re in for a treat (literally).
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy air fryer dessert recipes, easy cake recipes, easy dessert recipes, easy homemade recipes, easy recipes for dinner, quick and easy dessert recipes on a budget, simple desserts with few ingredients
Servings: 12 slices
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups (228g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (414g) sugar
  • 3/4 cup (85g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) hot water
  • 1 1/2 cups (168g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp (84g) salted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (26g) sugar
  • 12 oz (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 7 oz marshmallow fluff
  • 3/4 cup (173g) butter
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (230g) powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (148°C). Line three 8-inch pans with parchment and spray the sides.
  2. Combine dry cake ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk to blend.
  3. Add milk, oil, vanilla, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour in hot water and mix on low until combined. Batter will be thin.
  5. Divide into pans and bake for 30-33 minutes.
  6. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto racks to cool completely.
  7. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  8. Press into a parchment-lined 8-inch pan. Bake at 350°F (176°C) for 8-10 minutes. Cool completely.
  9. Heat the cream until hot, pour over chocolate chips, and let sit 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  10. Beat butter until smooth. Add marshmallow fluff and mix well.
  11. Add vanilla and powdered sugar. Beat until fluffy.
  12. Assemble: Cake layer, ganache, frosting, graham cracker layer. Repeat. Frost top with remaining marshmallow frosting.
  13. Toast the top with a kitchen torch if you’re feelin’ fancy. Slice and devour.