Save This S'mores Campfire Pie captures every gooey, chocolatey, fireside bite of classic s'mores in one easy to bake dessert. It is my go to treat when the kids want a taste of summer camp in the colder months, and there is nothing quite like serving up sticky, melting slices after dinner with friends.
I first made this on a chilly night when the family wanted something cozy. Now it is a birthday request every single year and the neighbors always ask for the recipe.
Ingredients
- Marshmallow creme: brings rich gooeyness and real campfire flavor look for a stretchy texture when buying
- Mini marshmallows: add extra melt and texture in every bite choose fresh soft bags for best results
- Milk chocolate Hershey bars: are nostalgic and creamy break into chunks for easy layering
- Milk chocolate chips: ensure even chocolate melt and a little crunch try quality brands so they keep their shape
- Prepared graham cracker crust: makes this so simple use a homemade blend for a rustic look or your favorite store version
- Butter softened: is key for the signature graham topping pick unsalted for balance
- Pure cane sugar: brings buttery caramel notes raw or unbleached varieties give fuller flavor
- Egg: binds the cookie dough topping for the perfect golden finish buy local if available
- Vanilla: rounds out the sweetness real extract makes a world of difference
- Flour: adds structure and softness swap one to one with gluten free blend if needed
- Graham cracker crumbs: are heart of the topping grind crumbs yourself for fresher taste
- Baking powder: gives just a little rise choose aluminum free for cleaner flavor
Instructions
- Make the Graham Dough:
- In a big mixing bowl beat together softened butter sugar and egg with a stand mixer or hand mixer until creamy and light. Add flour graham crumbs and baking powder and blend until everything comes together like sticky cookie dough. Set this aside. This dough will be the sweet graham topping that gets crisp in the oven.
- Build Your Marshmallow Layers:
- Grab your graham cracker crust and scatter about half of the mini marshmallows inside. Soften marshmallow creme by microwaving for just five to seven seconds then spoon half over the mini marshmallows and spread gently with a spatula. This double marshmallow layer is what makes every bite stretchy and fun.
- Layer in the Chocolate:
- Take your chocolate bars and snap them into pieces. Tuck these pieces all over your marshmallow layer so they melt evenly as the pie bakes. The old school Hershey bars give it that classic s'mores flavor and melt.
- Top with More Marshmallow Goodness:
- Spread the rest of your mini marshmallows and marshmallow creme over the chocolate. It is okay if it looks messy. S'mores are never neat and that is the fun.
- Finish with Graham Dough and Chocolate Chips:
- Use your fingers to crumble the graham dough all over the top of your pie. Do not worry about covering everything evenly you want some gooey parts to peek through. Scatter the milk chocolate chips across the dough for extra pools of melty chocolate.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Preheat your oven to three hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the pie for twenty to twenty five minutes until the topping is golden and the edges are bubbling. Do not overbake or the center loses that gooey pull. Let the pie cool for at least twenty minutes before cutting to help the slices hold together but serve warm for full effect.
Save I am always amazed at the magic of marshmallow creme in this recipe. There is something about scooping fluffy clouds out of the jar that brings me right back to childhood camping trips. Sharing this pie around a table brings out everyone’s inner kid without the mosquitoes or smoky eyes.
Storage Tips
To keep the pie fresh, cover tightly with foil and store at room temperature for a day or refrigerate up to three days. Reheat slices in the microwave for about ten seconds to revive gooeyness. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped tightly in plastic and foil.
Ingredient Substitutions
For gluten free, swap in your favorite gluten free graham crackers or Cheerios Oat Crunch as mentioned in the notes. Use a one to one gluten free flour blend for the topping. If you love a dark chocolate edge, try swapping half the milk chocolate for bittersweet chips.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for true decadence. This pie also travels well to potlucks and makes a fun finish to backyard barbecues or birthday parties.
Cultural and Seasonal Context
S'mores are the ultimate American campfire treat, originally made popular by scouts in the early nineteen hundreds. This pie is a way to bring that fireside fun indoors so you can enjoy it during the winter holidays, family game nights, or any rainy day.
Seasonal Adaptations
In summer swap a bit of the chocolate for fresh strawberries For winter add a pinch of cinnamon to the graham dough topping At holidays sprinkle festive colored chocolate candies across the top before baking
Success Stories
Do not be surprised if this recipe becomes a requested favorite for birthdays and sleepovers. Every time I serve this pie at family gatherings the kids buzz around the kitchen waiting for that first scoop and adults go back for seconds.
Freezer Meal Conversion
Cool the baked pie completely then cut into wedges and wrap each one tightly. Store in a freezer safe container for up to a month. Thaw to room temperature or microwave slices briefly when cravings hit.
Save This nostalgic pie will have everyone reaching for seconds so do not expect leftovers. Enjoy every gooey slice and bring the flavor of camp right to your kitchen.
Recipe Questions
- → Can I make this pie gluten free?
Yes, substitute regular graham crackers and flour with gluten free cereal or flour mixes for a delicious, allergen-friendly dessert.
- → How do I get gooey marshmallow layers?
Layer both marshmallow creme and mini marshmallows in the crust, warming the creme slightly for easy spreading and full gooey texture.
- → Can I use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate?
Absolutely! Substitute any chocolate variety based on your taste preference for a richer or less sweet result.
- → How do I keep the topping from getting too dry?
Crumble the soft graham topping evenly and avoid overbaking to maintain a tender, cookie-like texture that stays moist.
- → What's the best way to serve this pie?
Let it cool for about 20 minutes after baking, then slice while still slightly warm for the ultimate s'mores experience.