Friday was the 6th anniversary of when Zach and I first started dating. It also was exactly 3 months from the date when we will be getting married (October 11th).
6 years… that’s a quarter of my life, and the time has just been flying by. We’re engaged now… we own a house together now… it’s still a little much for me to wrap my head around (I remember when I thought getting our first cell phone plan together was a big commitment).
Saturday we picked out wedding bands and yesterday we went to our first marriage prep meeting after putting up drywall in our basement all morning. A lot has changed in the past 6 years.
I met Zach when we were 16 years old and working at a nearby Arby’s fast food restaurant together. He used to pick on me all the time. I had a huge crush on him pretty much from the start… but it took him 2 years to finally catch on and ask me out.
Boys. They can be so slow 😉
What better way to celebrate an anniversary than with a cheesecake? A S’mores cheesecake, specifically. Summertime is ideal for late-night bonfires and roasting s’mores, but I think I’ve found an even better way to enjoy that graham cracker/chocolate/marshmallow flavor combo.
And Zachary (between mouthfuls) told me this was the best thing I’ve made so far. Trying to get sincere, positive feedback about desserts from him is kind of like trying to wring water from a rock, so this recipe is definitely a winner, and will be around for a while.
A classic, graham cracker-based crust was the obvious choice for a S’mores cheesecake. Top that with a decadent, milk chocolate fudge (don’t freak out, it is very easy, no candy thermometer needed!), which in turn is topped with a creamy, marshmallow fluff based cheesecake and then sprinkled with graham cracker crumbs and drizzled with additional milk chocolate.
Share it with the special person in your life. Or eat it all yourself, whatev, I don’t judge.
Enjoy!
S'mores Cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 10 Tbsp salted butter melted
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
Milk Chocolate Fudge
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
- 1 bag milk chocolate chips 11.5 oz
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Marshmallow Cheesecake
- 32 oz cream cheese softened, 4 packages
- 14 oz marshmallow fluff
- 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 Tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Graham Cracker Crust
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine 10 tbsp melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and 2 Tbsp granulated sugar.
- Press into the bottom of a 10.5" springform pan and set aside
Milk Chocolate Fudge Center
- In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, Hersheys milk chocolate chips, and 2 Tbsp butter.
- Heat over low heat, stirring frequently, until all ingredients are melted and combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract. Stir.
- Pour over graham cracker crust. Set aside while you prepare the marshmallow cheesecake layer.
Marshmallow Cheesecake
- In stand mixer, cream together cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and sugar.
- Add 1 tsp vanilla and stir.
- Add in eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add sour cream and heavy cream, beat until combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl halfway through.
- Bake on 350 degrees F for 55 minutes. Center should be set and edges golden brown.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours before serving. If desired, sprinkle with additional graham cracker crumbs and drizzle with melted milk chocolate (I melted 2 ½ Milk Chocolate Hershey's bars for my chocolate drizzle)
Nutrition
Ava
Hello! Do I have to use a springform pan?
Sugar Spun Run
Hello, Ava! A springform pan really helps when making cheesecake, however it is not needed. You can use a cake pan but I recommend lining the pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil prior to baking. I hope that you enjoy the S’mores Cheesecake. 🙂
Ava
Do I line the sides as well? Or just the bottom?
Thank you!
Sugar Spun Run
Hello, Ava! It really is a preference. I typically line the sides as well, but it is up to you. I hope that you enjoy the cheesecake! 🙂
Amanda
Got your recipe from The Chive! Made it today. Delicious!
Sam
So glad you liked it, Amanda! 🙂
[email protected] The Gastronomic Bong
Yum yummm!!! so delicious.. Marshmallow cheesecake sounds so so good.. I desperately need a big slice of the cheesecake right now.. 🙂
Sam
Thanks Arpita! 🙂
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely
Well happy anniversary to you! I met my husband when I was 16 too! So crazy to think how much has changed since then. Exciting how many life changes you’re going thru. After the wedding you’ll be all set and ready to settle down in your new house. So fun!
This cheesecake seriously sounds amazing! What a great idea!
Sam
Thanks Natalie! It is crazy how much has changed. I’m SO excited to move into our house together 🙂
Valya of valyastasteofhome.com says
Looks delicious! I love it! Will definitely try it! 🙂
Sam
Thanks!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods
Happy Anniversary 😀 This cheesecake looks like a delicious way to celebrate. It looks so creamy and delicious!
Sam
Thank you Cindy! 🙂
Sam
Thank you Cindy!