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Easy S'mores Cupcake Recipe with Cake Mix

This Easy S'mores Cupcake Recipe with Cake Mix is the perfect summertime treat! They are simple, delicious, and taste just like s'mores! You will love this campfire-inspired treat!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, casual
Keyword: Easy S'mores Cupcake Recipe with Cake Mix, Homemade S'mores Cupcakes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham crackers
  • cup sugar
  • 5 tbs butter melted

Cupcakes

  • 1 box devil's food chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips mini
  • graham cracker crumbs

Marshmallow Frosting

  • 7 oz marshmallow creme
  • 1 cup butter unsalted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Graham Cracker Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Add cupcake liners to the pan and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar together.
  • Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and blend into the crumb mixture until well combined.
  • Add 1 tablespoon mixture to each liner and press down with a spoon or tart shaper.
  • Bake for 6-8 minutes, remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before adding cupcake batter.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 350 degrees.

Cupcakes

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, buttermilk, and oil until smooth.
  • Divide batter on top of cooled graham cracker crust.
  • Sprinkle with chocolate chips and graham cracker crumbs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven to a wire rack and allow to cool completely.

Frosting

  • Cream softened butter in a mixing bowl.
  • Add marshmallow creme and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
  • Frost the cupcakes and decorate as desired.
  • Enjoy!