Ultimate S’mores Marshmallow Fudge Cake

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Ultimate S’mores Marshmallow Fudge Cake

A Campfire Classic Turned Decadent Dessert

Introduction

This is not just a dessert; this is a celebration of childhood nostalgia, midnight cravings, and stretchy pants-worthy indulgence. Inspired by the classic American s’more—graham crackers, chocolate, and gooey marshmallow—this towering, fudge-dripping, marshmallow-stuffed cake is a monument to everything comforting and craveable.

Whether you’re huddled around a real campfire or just craving comfort at 2 a.m., this Ultimate S’mores Marshmallow Fudge Cake is your holy grail. Oh, and yes, this is why you bought the extra marshmallows—and the elastic waistband upgrades.

History

The s’more, short for “some more,” is said to have originated with the Girl Scouts in the 1920s. The combination of graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate has become a quintessential American treat. Over the decades, it’s evolved into cookies, ice cream, and now, this cake.

S’mores were first published in a recipe book called Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts, and ever since, they’ve been tied to laughter, firelight, and sticky fingers. This cake honors that spirit but takes it to a whole new, fudgy level.

Formation (What This Cake Is Made Of)

This cake has five crave layers:

  1. Graham Cracker Crust Base
  2. Moist Chocolate Cake Layers
  3. Toasted Marshmallow Cream Filling
  4. Chocolate Fudge Ganache
  5. Blowtorched Marshmallow Cloud Topping

Each layer complements the other like long-lost lovers—flame and sweetness, crunch and fluff, richness and lightness. Their union? Legendary.

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust (Base layer):

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water or hot coffee (deepens chocolate flavor)

For the Marshmallow Filling:

  • 2 cups marshmallow fluff or crème
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Fudge Ganache:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Pinch of salt

For the Toasted Marshmallow Topping:

  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • Optional: blowtorch or broiler

Instructions & Methods

1. Graham Cracker Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt.
  3. Press into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 mins.
  4. Let cool while you prepare the cake batter.

2. Chocolate Cake Layers

  1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in hot water/coffee. Batter will be thin.
  4. Pour into two greased 9-inch pans (or over crust if making single-layer).
  5. Bake 30-35 mins. Cool completely.

3. Marshmallow Cream Filling

  1. In a bowl, fold marshmallow fluff with whipped cream and vanilla.
  2. Add in mini marshmallows for texture.
  3. Chill while you make ganache.

4. Fudge Ganache

  1. Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips.
  2. Let sit 3 mins, then whisk until smooth. Add butter and salt.
  3. Let it cool to thicken slightly but still pourable.

5. Assembly

  1. Place one cake layer on serving plate.
  2. Spread marshmallow filling generously.
  3. Add second cake layer. Pour over warm ganache.
  4. Let ganache drip down sides—embrace the chaos.

6. Toasted Marshmallow Top

  1. Heap mini marshmallows over the top.
  2. Use a blowtorch to toast until golden and charred.
    • No blowtorch? Stick it under a broiler for a minute. Watch closely!

Lovers of This Cake

  • Campfire Dreamers: Longing for the glow of flame and sticky fingers.
  • Marshmallow Hoarders: The reason you bought three bags.
  • Chocolate Addicts: You know who you are. This is for you.
  • Nostalgia Seekers: One bite, and you’re back at summer camp.
  • Stretchy Pants Enthusiasts: Embrace the indulgence. No regrets.

Conclusion

This isn’t just a dessert. It’s an experience. A sticky, molten, indulgent journey through history, flavor, and pleasure. It’s a love letter to s’mores, an ode to chocolate, and a tribute to everyone who’s ever melted a marshmallow on a stick.

The next time someone asks why you have so many marshmallows—just point them to this cake. Then cut them a slice. You’re about to become legendary.

Want it printable? Want a gluten-free or vegan variation? I can add that too.

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