S’mores Cupcakes Marshmallow Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Graham Cracker Crust

01 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Chocolate Cupcakes

04 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
14 - 1/2 cup hot water

→ Marshmallow Surprise Filling

15 - 12 large marshmallows
16 - 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff (optional, for extra gooeyness)

→ Marshmallow Topping

17 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
18 - 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
19 - 1 Hershey’s chocolate bar, broken into squares (for garnish)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press 1 tablespoon of mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Bake for 5 minutes, then set aside.
03 - In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - In a separate bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
05 - Add buttermilk and dry ingredients in batches, mixing until combined. Stir in hot water until smooth.
06 - Fill cupcake liners ¾ full with batter. Press one large marshmallow into the center of each. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until cupcakes spring back when touched. Let cool for 5 minutes.
07 - Sprinkle mini marshmallows on top of each cupcake. Broil for 30-60 seconds until marshmallows are golden brown (watch closely!).
08 - Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers. Top with a Hershey’s chocolate square and serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - For an extra gooey center, pipe marshmallow fluff inside cooled cupcakes.
02 - No broiler? Use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows.
03 - Make ahead! Cupcakes store well for 3 days at room temperature.