Irresistibly Easy Oven-Baked S’Mores Recipe
Enjoy these irresistibly easy oven-baked S’mores, a delightful twist on the classic campfire treat featuring a buttery graham cracker base, gooey melted marshmallows, and rich chocolate chips. Perfect for sweet moments shared with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 9 to 12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Topping
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Layers
- 350 g chocolate chips (dark or milk chocolate)
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the S’mores dish.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter gently, then stir in ½ cup of brown sugar until fully dissolved, creating a rich and sweet base mixture.
- Combine with Graham Cracker Crumbs: Add 2½ cups of graham cracker crumbs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, stirring until well combined to form a cohesive crust mixture.
- Press Base Layer: Press half of the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking dish to form the foundation for the S’mores.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Evenly distribute the 350 g of chocolate chips over the graham cracker base, ensuring a generous layer of chocolate for melting.
- Layer Marshmallows: Spread 6 cups of mini marshmallows evenly atop the chocolate chips to provide the signature gooey and sweet texture.
- Add Remaining Cracker Mixture: Crumble the remaining graham cracker mixture and sprinkle it over the marshmallows for extra crunch and flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18 minutes, or until the marshmallows puff up and turn golden brown, indicating perfect melting and caramelization.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked S’mores to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares to serve warm and gooey.
Notes
- Use either dark or milk chocolate chips based on your preference for a richer or sweeter flavor.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly to ensure a sturdy base that holds together when sliced.
- Watch the marshmallows closely near the end of baking to prevent burning while achieving a golden brown finish.
- Allow slight cooling after baking to let the S’mores set for easier slicing.
Keywords: S'mores, oven-baked s'mores, easy dessert, chocolate marshmallow dessert, graham cracker dessert
