11.01.2011

Virtual Fall Feast!


Today I'm linking up with Hilary's blog, Baking Bad, for a Virtual Fall Feast. 
Visit her blog to see what the other ladies have cooked up!
I wanted to share 2 fool-proof and tasty recipes I made: S'mores Cupcakes and Spiked Hot Chocolate. Both are perfect for a chilly autumn night. Enjoy.

S'mores Cupcakes
S'mores are such a great treat, but city living doesn't allow for me to whip up a campfire and make s'mores. Fortunately, these s'mores cupcakes recreate the taste without the mess, and are a little more grown up in a way. I created several options, so find what works best for you!

Ingredients:
  • Box of chocolate cake mix (follow box directions)
  • Graham crackers (I crumbled them up, but you can grind them up in a food processor)
  • Marshmallows
  • Marshmallow fluff
  • Chocolate bars (I used Hershey)
Options:

I prepared the cake mix according to package directions.
OPTION 1: I put smushed up graham crackers on the bottom of each cupcake liner. I poured in a little cake mix, and added my chocolate bar, poured more mix, and baked according to package directions. 
Once there were about 3 minutes left in baking, I added a marshmallow on top and put in the oven to toast. Sprinkle a little more graham crackers if you like on top.
OPTION 2: Put the marshmallow in the bottom of the liner. Cover with cake mix. Top with graham cracker crumbs. Bake and add a Hershey's kiss on top once baked.
OPTION 3: Prepare like Option 1, but instead of adding a marshmallow, once baked, add a graham cracker, cover with marshmallow fluff and add a Hershey's kiss on top (the one pictured is the Pumpkin Spice Kiss).
OPTION 4: Just like option 3, but put the finished product under the broiler (while watching!) for a minute or two to toast the top!
The finished product, next to a pumpkin!
The yummy goodness all melted!

Hot Spiked Chocolate 
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  • Cook hot chocolate according to package directions
  • Add Amaretto & stir
  • Add cream or marshmallows
  • Options: Frangelico, Kahlua, or Bailey's Irish Cream 

63 comments:

  1. spiral styleNovember 1, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    I'd like to reach into the computer screen and grab one of those cupcakes right now!!

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  2. JillianNovember 1, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    You had me at marshmallows.

    Drooling.

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  3. bestieNovember 1, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    this is the second time i've read about s'mores cupcakes this week so it's definitely a sign from the food gods that i must make them!!

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  4. AnonymousNovember 1, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Wow all I can say is that I can only WISH to have a quarter of the flair you have with concocting your recipes lol. They all look freakin amazing its kinda painful looking at these images! haha. All i want to do is nom on everything lol ^_^

    Eeli x

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  5. Cafe FashionistaNovember 1, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Ohmigosh the cupcakes look absolutely divine - I want! :)

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  6. JaclynNovember 1, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Yum!! I might try to make these with my baby cousin this weekend. I'm thinking red velvet cupcakes? Or should I be seasonal and go w/ pumpkin...hmmm :)

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  7. Closet FashionistaNovember 1, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Woah tastyyyyy :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com

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  8. Kathy November 1, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Oh my... Now I have to spend my day craving for a good s'more cupcake. xoxo

    http://hellofridaybypaik.blogspot.com/

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  9. tinajoNovember 1, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Oh YUM - thanks for sharing! :-)

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  10. Courtney ErinNovember 1, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Sweet mother of god, those cupcakes look crazy good!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  11. Jamie LeighNovember 1, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    I wanted to come and say thank you for following my blog! I am now following you back :)

    This post made me hungry!! Looks delicious!

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  12. creativefashiongleeNovember 1, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Yummy, hmmm! Yet another useful recipe. :)

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  13. AshleyNovember 1, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Spiked hot chocolate?? Yes please!!

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  14. Lindsay [rookie's nest]November 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Mmm these look great! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  15. MalNovember 1, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    This is a brilliant idea!

    http://chicgeekery.blogspot.com/

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  16. amy b.s.November 1, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    oh my gosh these sound amazing!

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  17. JustPatienceNovember 1, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    These look so yummy. My baking juices tend to flow around the Holidays so will try this.

    Patience
    www.justpatience.com

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  18. HeatherNovember 1, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Y-U-M!

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  19. Sandy at Ooh La Frou FrouNovember 1, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Hello Elle! Love these two recipes to add to the deliciousness of autumn {the most magical season of all in my opinion}! Hope you're having a wonderful fall! So glad to get to know you!

    Sandy at Ooh La Frou Frou
    http://oohlafroufrou.blogspot.com
    This Week: "Grand Flirt"

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  20. UnknownNovember 1, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    These look so perfect--especially since this morning is so glooming--wish I had a cupcake and cup of hot choc right now!

    xo Mary Jo
    http://ON-PCH.com

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  21. Kate @ DaffodilsNovember 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    These look all kinds of amazing! Thanks for stopping by my blog, look forward to getting to 'know' you!

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  22. little luxury listNovember 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Very nice and I love the last one with the baked marshmallow top!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  23. JamieNovember 1, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    I LOVE these. So creative.

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  24. Whatever Dee-Dee wantsNovember 1, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    oh my these look good! I want to try all the options too :)

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  25. Islandia LaneNovember 1, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I so want one of those! That looks delish!! great photos too.

    I think it might be time for my break out the baking skills soon :-) it's been awhile.

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  26. NatalieNovember 1, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Those look incredible! Bookmarking this recipe to try ASAP!

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  27. Couture CarrieNovember 1, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Yummy post, darling!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  28. LeslieNovember 1, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Those are such an amazing idea!

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  29. AlexaNovember 1, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    OMG. These look beyond amazing! I have to try them!

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  30. AdamNovember 1, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    that looks like a sweet cupcake

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  31. his little ladyNovember 1, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    smores cupcakes?! why have i never thought of this. mixing my two favorite desserts! trying out immediately ;)
    xo TJ

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  32. spicegirlNovember 1, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Wow, which option to start with? There's nothing I love more than toasty marshmallows!

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  33. A Very Sweet BlogNovember 1, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I'm loving BOTH of these recipes! WOOT!!! I have got to give them a try and SO EASY TOO! Thank you so much for sharing. And thank you for your kind words. I'm feeling much better! ((HUG))
    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/

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  34. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & PersieNovember 1, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    omg those are SO cute!! Even the prep work is cute!!

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  35. Sam W.November 1, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    mmmmm, i would like one of each!! great things to try in the kitchen :)

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  36. Nessa @{Casa Braaflat}November 1, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    spiked hot chocolate. doesn't get much better than chocolate & alcohol all in one! haha.

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  37. AmandaNovember 1, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    These cupcakes are sincerely exciting. Must acquire marshmallow fluff quick!

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  38. ClaireNovember 1, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Cupcakes AND toasted marshmallowy goodness. That's a win in my book!

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  39. Aly McLoughlin-HarteNovember 1, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Excited that a; you commented on my babies in Grace's post and b; that this has led me to your page which just happens to be about Smores- the ultimate American treat for any Irish kid travelling to America straight out of high school (my first introduction to Smores was at camp in 2000 on first trip to your side of the pond!).
    I am in the process of adding a recipe page to my blog and am further inspired by your work.
    Thank you!

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  40. Tamra {ever swoon}November 1, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Smores cupcakes?!?!??!!? AMAZING! this is a must try!

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  41. Carrie @ Hazardous DesignNovember 1, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    How can so much goodness fit into a little cupcake???

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  42. Delicious DishingsNovember 1, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    These look amazing! I love the chocolate bar inside and that gorgeous browned top!

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  43. Bravoe RunwayNovember 1, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I am so SO hungry right now! Smores cupcakes? I didn't know these existed, will def try this!

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  44. JessicaNovember 1, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    S'more cupcakes?! I'm dying a bit inside. I have to make this ASAP.

    If you have a few minutes, I'm giving away a $50 NOVICA gift card. http://style-obsession.blogspot.com/2011/10/win-it-50-novica-gift-card.html

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  45. Why Girls Are WeirdNovember 1, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    YUM. I want!!

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  46. Alena: Oh, Its Just Perfect!November 1, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    These look absolutely divine!!

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  47. AshleyNovember 1, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    wow! so yum!! i need to find someone who can cook and direct them to this blog asap!!

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  48. Mrs. PancakesNovember 1, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    so yummy!

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  49. Rachel {little bits of lovely}November 1, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    These look so delish! Love this simple recipe and so glad to have discovered your great blog! xx

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  50. welldressedmakerNovember 1, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    oh em gee... i don't even like smores but I WANT THIS! you are a temptresss! hahaha!
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  51. stylenuggetsNovember 1, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Two wicked sweets in one. Yummy

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  52. roothNovember 2, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Yarm! I really wanted a spiked ANYTHING right now

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  53. AshleighNovember 2, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    OH my gooooosh, this is dangerous. But so delicious!!

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  54. NikkiNovember 2, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Marshmallow fluff is an amazing invention!

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  55. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    this is so cool! Im so keen on the one with marshmallow fluff on top - that would definetly impress a few people :P

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  56. JosieNovember 2, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Yum! These look perfect, doll!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  57. Portuguese PrepsterNovember 2, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    o my god..too perfect!

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  58. Lisa LockhartNovember 3, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    That looks so damn good! I have been craving chocolate all night too!

    [fashionablyfly.blogspot.com]

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  59. Jenny NNovember 4, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    oh yum, lose look heavenly!

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  60. SpryOnTheWallNovember 4, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Oh YUM!

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  61. Jasmine SinclairNovember 7, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    OMG those look sooo good!!! I am doing 21 days with no junk food!! I might have to try those when I finish!!!

    www.fromjasminewithlove.com

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  62. WendyNovember 9, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Why did I read this... I'm on a diet... GAH! Looks heavenly! :)

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  63. AnonymousNovember 14, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Smores cupcake...OMG...it looks sooooo yummy! Thanks for sharing!

    ♥ Shia

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