Easy S’mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
Easy S’mores Cookie Cake is the ultimate dessert for any occasion. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the recipe to give you a golden, gooey, and crispy cookie cake that’s better than takeout. The warm, melty chocolate and marshmallow combination will make your family beg for more. Start by lining your baking dish with graham crackers, then top with a simple cookie dough. Bake until golden, then add marshmallows and chocolate for a perfect S’mores experience. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips, including how to prevent a soggy cookie cake. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Grilled Asparagus with Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce and Easy Spanish Potato Soup with Chorizo Recipe.
Why This Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy edges with a soft, gooey center
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for any occasion or holiday
- Better than takeout and freezes well
What You'll Need for Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 sleeve graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: Additional chocolate chips and marshmallows for topping
📝 Ingredient Notes
- unsalted butter: Melted
- vanilla extract: Optional, for extra flavor
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
- Prepare the baking dish: Line a 9-inch baking dish with graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
- Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake the cookie base: Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Add the toppings: Remove from the oven and top with marshmallows and additional chocolate chips. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the marshmallows are golden and the chocolate is melted.
- Cool and serve: Let the S'mores cookie cake cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overbaking to prevent a dry cookie cake. The center should still be slightly soft when you remove it from the oven.
- Pro tip: For a crispier crust, chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, prepare the cookie dough and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before pressing into the baking dish.
Storing & Reheating Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
Freeze sliced cookie cake in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes, until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, until warmed through. Be careful, as the chocolate and marshmallows can get very hot.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding peanut butter chips or crushed pretzels to the cookie dough.
- Best substitution: Replace semisweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish for a larger cookie cake.
- Troubleshooting: If the cookie cake is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
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Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 sleeve graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Seasonings
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Optional Toppings
- Additional chocolate chips and marshmallows for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish: Line a 9-inch baking dish with graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
- Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake the cookie base: Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Add the toppings: Remove from the oven and top with marshmallows and additional chocolate chips. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the marshmallows are golden and the chocolate is melted.
- Cool and serve: Let the S'mores cookie cake cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding peanut butter chips or crushed pretzels to the cookie dough.
- Best substitution: Replace semisweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish for a larger cookie cake.
- Troubleshooting: If the cookie cake is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze sliced cookie cake in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes, until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, until warmed through. Be careful, as the chocolate and marshmallows can get very hot.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 340
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 17g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Once baked, you can also freeze the cookie cake for up to 3 months.
Overbaking is the most common reason for a dry cookie cake. Remove it from the oven when the center is still slightly soft, and let it cool completely before slicing.
No, an air fryer is not suitable for baking this recipe. It's best to use an oven for this cookie cake.
You can use crushed digestive biscuits or ginger snaps as a substitute for graham crackers.
Yes, you can use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free. Be sure to check the labels of your other ingredients to ensure they are certified gluten-free as well.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy S'mores Cookie Cake Recipe for Dessert and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
