Ingredients
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For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp melted butter
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Marshmallow Topping:
- 2 cups mini marshmallows (or 1 jar marshmallow fluff)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch cake pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Step 2: Make the Chocolate Cake
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Slowly pour in boiling water while stirring. The batter will be thin this is normal.
- Pour the batter over the cooled graham cracker crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
Step 3: Prepare the Marshmallow Topping
- If using marshmallow fluff, skip to step 3.
- In a saucepan, heat marshmallows and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Let it cool slightly, then spread evenly over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on top.
Notes
Use Fresh Marshmallows – They melt better and create a smoother topping.
Don’t Overbake the Cake – A moist cake is key to a great texture.
Let It Cool Before Adding Marshmallow – This prevents the topping from melting too much.
For an Extra Toasted Finish – Use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the marshmallow topping.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of the cake)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg