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S'mores Layer Cake

A decadent layered cake inspired by the classic S'mores treat, combining rich chocolate, graham crackers, and gooey marshmallows for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
Filling and Topping
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chocolate frosting

Method
 

Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently. Then slowly add the boiled water. The batter will be thin, which is fine.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. Once cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread chocolate frosting over it, sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
  2. For an enticing finish, garnish the top with additional mini marshmallows and chocolate chips or melted chocolate.

Notes

For Halal-friendly options, use almond or soy milk. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream. Cool cake layers completely before frosting to avoid melting.