# Grain-Free S'mores Cupcakes These Gluten-Free Cupcakes Bring the Joy of Camping to the Kitchen By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-08-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smores-cupcakes References: [beyondfrosting](http://beyondfrosting.com/2013/04/15/gluten-free-smores-cupcakes/) These s'mores cupcakes are inspired by exciting [camping trips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campfire-smores-collection) that feature the iconic campfire treat. Made without a trace of flour, this delicious dessert also appeals to a gluten-free audience. S'mores are an essential part of any camping excursion. With this recipe, one can recreate a camping adventure in the comfort of their home. Adding cupcakes to the equation, this dessert offers two delicious elements in one decadent recipe. Opposed to the usual cupcake mix, these s'mores cupcakes utilize King Arthur Flour's gluten-free chocolate cake mix as well as Annie's gluten-free snickerdoodle cookies in place of the traditional graham cakes. Roasting the [marshmallow frosting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smore-speckled-marshmallow) in true s'mores style, these cupcakes are a treat that will appeal to camping enthusiasts and those with a serious sweet tooth. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gluten-free Baking:** Opportunity for companies to create more gluten-free baking mixes and recipes. - **Campfire-inspired Desserts:** Potential for businesses to market campfire-inspired desserts and expand their dessert offerings. - **Alternative Ingredients:** Growing trend towards using alternative flours and cookies for traditional dessert recipes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Industry can develop more gluten-free baking products and campfire-inspired desserts. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can add campfire-inspired desserts to their menus for guests. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer niche ingredients like alternative flour and cookie options for at-home baking enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Allergen-Free S’mores Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-smores-kit.md) - [Luxe Camp-Fire Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-smores-cookie.md) - [Nostalgic Campfire Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-smores-cookie.md) - [Campfire Dessert Muffins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-mini-muffins.md) - [Better-for-You S'Mores Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-wishes-smores.md) - [S'mores-Inspired Dessert Ramens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dessert-ramen.md) - [Overstuffed S'mores Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smores-sandwiches.md) - [Grown-Up S'mores Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smores-skillet-kit.md) - [Campfire Treat Sandwich Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoreos.md)