Ingredients
– For the Cupcakes:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– ½ teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 large egg
– ½ cup buttermilk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup boiling water
– For the Marshmallow Frosting:
– 4 large egg whites
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ¼ cup water
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– For Assembly:
– 1 cup crushed graham crackers
– ½ cup mini chocolate chips
– Additional graham cracker pieces for topping
With these ingredients on hand, you’ll be well-equipped to create delicious S’mores Cupcakes that everyone will love.
Instructions
Creating these delightful cupcakes is a simple yet rewarding task. Follow these steps to make your S’mores Cupcakes:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add Wet to Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Incorporate Boiling Water: Gradually add the boiling water to the mixture, stirring gently until the batter is smooth. This will make for a moist cupcake.
6. Fill the Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
7. Bake: Place the cupcake tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Frosting: While the cupcakes cool, make the marshmallow frosting. Place the egg whites, sugar, and water in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Whisk continuously until sugar dissolves.
10. Whip the Frosting: Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl, and using an electric mixer, beat on high speed until glossy peaks form. Stir in the vanilla extract.
11. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled, generously frost each with the marshmallow frosting.
12. Toast the Frosting: For that iconic toasted marshmallow flavor, use a kitchen torch to carefully toast the frosting until lightly browned.
13. Add Toppings: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers and mini chocolate chips on top.
Now, your S’mores Cupcakes are ready for serving and delighting your guests!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g