Slightly crisped, perfectly marshmallow-y, gooey and exceedingly chocolatey s’mores cookies made with a graham cracker base. These S’mores Cookies are the perfect way to get your s’mores fix without a campfire.
This post was originally published last year, but I wanted to update the photos. One of the original photos can be found at the bottom of the post. Text has been updated as well.
Somehow it’s already the last day of August. I know that technically we have 22 more days of summer left, but it already feels like it’s over. School’s started back up, my commute to work has slowed to a snail’s pace, and my kitchen counters are all dusted with a fine sprinkling of pumpkin spice as I’m testing out new Fall recipes.
I wanted to sneak in another summery recipe, though, before we bring out the pumpkin.
S’mores are, to me, the epitome of summertime snacking. Some of my most treasured memories were formed on cool summer nights, seated on a straw bale around a bonfire, a sharply whittled stick plunged into a marshmallow and crackling over the flames.
This is despite the fact that I’m bad at roasting marshmallows. I always aimed for that delicately browned, perfectly gooey specimen… and ultimately ended up with one that was scorched black on one side while still powdery and raw on the other.
So today we’re bringing the s’mores to the kitchen, smashing them into some cookie dough, and letting the oven take care of the marshmallow roasting.
These cookies are a little… messy. They have none of the elegance of, say, browned butter & bourbon cookies (but have you ever seen anyone eat a S’more with elegance? Not possible for us mere mortals). They are unapologetically take-me-as-I-am, self-righteous in their un-rounded corners and mines of half-melted chocolate that are eager to smudge your hands or the corners of your mouth (just like the real deal).
The marshmallows, though perfectly cooked, refuse to be contained in their graham cracker cookie base; they puff and melt on top themselves in the oven, creating a perfectly baked but still deliciously gooey, soft center, while oozing out the sides for crisped, candied edges.
Campfire or not, enjoy these easy, simple, deliciously messy S’mores Cookies anytime, anywhere.
S'mores Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted sweet cream butter softened, 220 g
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar 150 g
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed, 175 g
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 2.5 ml
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 292 g
- 1 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (or about 7.5 graham crackers well-crushed), 125 g
- 2 tsp cornstarch 8.5 g
- 1 tsp baking powder 4g
- 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 g
- 1/2 tsp salt 2 g
- 2 cups mini marshmallows* 80 g
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 5 oz chopped milk chocolate bars
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- In KitchenAid mixer, cream together butter and sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, and then vanilla, stirring until combined.
- In separate bowl combine flour, graham cracker crumbs, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, pausing periodically to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
- Stir in mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and milk chocolate pieces.
- Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Portion cookies into 1 1/2" balls. If desired, press additional pieces of chocolate bar or marshmallows on top of dough.
- Bake on 375F (190C) for 10 minutes.
- Allow cookies to cool on cookie tray for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Using mini marshmallows makes for gooier, slightly softer, and messier cookies, I love them either way!
Nutrition
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Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
These look perfect!! I love anything S’mores and especially in a cookie form!
Sam says
😀 Thanks Chelsea!!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says
Yes! There is something very nostalgic about s’mores. I can’t think of another dessert that brings you back to your childhood than s’mores. So, thank you for the memories and a great recipe!
Sam says
Aw, thanks Kristi!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
These cookies look so delicious! Wish I had a big old plate of them right now 🙂
Sam says
Thanks Denise!
Jess @ Sweetest Menu says
Smores cookies! What a brilliant idea! Just gorgeous!
Sam says
Thank you Jess!
Amy @ Fearless Homemaker says
I think they look beautiful! Just like smores cookies should look. I’ll take a couple right now for my afternoon snack, please. =)
Sam says
😀 Thanks Amy!
Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
These cookies looks exotic and delicious. S’mores in a cookie would be awesome! Loving it! 🙂
Sam says
Thanks so much! 🙂
Mir says
Finding the perfect recipe is always hard work, but it’s a labor of love that pays off. These turned out perfectly, Sam!
Sam says
🙂 Thank you Mir!
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Thank you!
Sam says
Thank you Kennedy
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
These cookies sound incredible! Love anything s’mores and in cookie form without the campfire is a double-win for me! So fun and delicious!
Sam says
Thank you Kelly! 🙂
Emanuele @ guyslovecooking says
I think you made the right decisions. We always strive to make beautiful dishes that also taste wonderful.
Sometimes this is not possible, and it’s ok.
Marshmallow are notably stubborn! 🙂
Sam says
They certainly are stubborn! Thank you so much Emanuele 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I love the idea of smores cookies, Sam! Sounds incredible! Such a fun treat for this time of year!
Sam says
Thank you Gayle!
Ana | Espresso My Kitchen says
These cookies sound soo tasty, YUM! Taste always wins over appearance in my books 🙂
Sam says
Thank you Ana!
Beeta @ Mon Petit Four says
Sam, these still look beautiful! I love s’mores anything so I’m sure I would love these cookies. Marshmallow tends to melt funny and make cookies look not as perfect as they normally might, but who cares because they taste amazing anyways. Plus, in this case, your cookies still look gorgeous so obviously its a win-win! 🙂
Sam says
Thanks Beeta! 🙂
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
We’re totally on the same wavelength today with our recipes! Love these s’mores cookies – I’ve always wanted to make them! They look delicious, Sam! 😀
Sam says
Thank you, Jess! 🙂
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
These look delicious! All the s’mores fun in a compact treat! Pinning!
Sam says
😀 Thanks Medha!