Gooey Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Ooey-Gooey S’mores Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Magic

Summer campfires sparked the magic of these decadent smores chocolate chip cookies that blend nostalgic childhood treats with irresistible bakery comfort.

Marshmallows melt into golden pockets of gooey sweetness nestled within rich chocolate-studded dough.

Graham cracker crumbs add a delightful crunch that echoes classic s’mores flavor profiles.

Each cookie delivers a perfect balance of crisp edges and soft, tender centers.

Melted chocolate oozes between layers of buttery, graham-infused goodness.

These cookies promise to transport you straight to fireside memories with every single bite.

Prepare to indulge in a dessert that celebrates the ultimate summer treat.

Quick Recipe Overview

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Calories: 210 kcal

Servings: 24

What’s Inside Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies

For Base Ingredients:
  • All-Purpose Flour: Provides sturdy structure and binds all ingredients together, choose unbleached flour for better texture.
  • Baking Soda: Creates light and soft cookie texture, ensure it's fresh for maximum rising power.
  • Salt: Enhances overall flavor complexity and balances sweetness, use fine sea salt for even distribution.
For Sweet and Creamy Components:
  • Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar: Creates deep caramel notes and chewy cookie texture, look for pure cane sugar varieties.
  • Butter: Delivers rich flavor and tender crumb, select high-quality unsalted butter for best results.
  • Eggs: Binds ingredients and adds moisture, use room temperature eggs for smoother mixing.
  • Vanilla Extract: Amplifies depth of flavor, choose pure vanilla for most authentic taste.
For Signature Smores Elements:
  • Chocolate Chips: Provides melty chocolate pockets, use high-quality dark or milk chocolate for authentic flavor.
  • Mini Marshmallows: Creates gooey surprise in each bite, select fresh marshmallows for best meltability.
  • Graham Cracker Pieces: Adds classic smores crunch and nostalgic campfire essence, crush crackers roughly for varied texture.

Grab These for Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Electric mixer: Perfect for creaming butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Large mixing bowl: Essential for combining wet ingredients smoothly.
  • Separate mixing bowl: Needed for whisking dry ingredients together.
  • Baking sheets: Used for baking cookies evenly.
  • Parchment paper/silicone baking mats: Prevents cookies from sticking and ensures easy cleanup.
  • Whisk: Great for mixing dry ingredients without lumps.
  • Tablespoon: Helps scoop consistent cookie dough portions.
  • Wire cooling rack: Allows cookies to cool evenly and crisp up.

Bake Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Fire Up The Oven

Get your oven toasty warm at 350F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper for hassle-free cookie magic.

  • Whip Butter To Fluffy Perfection

Grab a mixing bowl and transform butter and sugars into a cloud-like mixture by beating them together until they’re super light and dreamy.

  • Welcome Eggs And Vanilla

Crack eggs one by one into the buttery mix, then splash in vanilla for that irresistible aroma that makes everyone’s mouth water.

  • Create Dry Ingredient Harmony

Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gently blend into your wet ingredients until just mixed.

  • Sprinkle In Campfire Goodness

Tenderly fold chocolate chips, marshmallows, and graham cracker pieces throughout the dough, making sure each scoop gets maximum deliciousness.

  • Shape And Bake Cookies

Dollop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges turn golden and centers look slightly soft.

  • Cool And Devour

Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Prepare for serious snacking excitement!

Sweet Tips for Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Perfect Chilling Technique: Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and create thicker, chewier cookies.
  • Marshmallow Melting Trick: Lightly press additional marshmallows on top of each cookie right after removing from the oven for a gooey, picture-perfect finish.
  • Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free graham crackers to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
  • Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare cookie dough balls and freeze them on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months – bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 extra minutes to baking time.
  • Flavor Boost Option: Drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle sea salt on top of cooled cookies to enhance the smores and chocolate chip flavor profile.

How to Present Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Campfire Nostalgia Platter: Arrange cookies on a rustic wooden board surrounded by whole graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate squares to recreate the classic s'mores experience.
  • Dessert Companions: Pair these cookies with cold milk, creamy vanilla ice cream, or a steaming mug of hot cocoa for an indulgent treat that enhances the gooey marshmallow and chocolate flavors.
  • Sweet Gift Packaging: Stack cookies between parchment paper in a cute mason jar or decorative tin, tied with a ribbon, creating a delightful homemade gift perfect for friends, teachers, or holiday sharing.
  • Decadent Dessert Transformation: Split cookies in half and create an ice cream sandwich by adding a scoop of chocolate or marshmallow-flavored ice cream between two warm cookie halves for an extra special dessert moment.

Keep Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies Fresh

  • Tasty Storage Solutions: Quickly seal these delightful cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture and prevent drying out. Crisp Freshness Technique: Keep cookies at room temperature for 3-5 days, placing a slice of bread inside the container to help retain moisture and softness. Freezing Magic Trick: Wrap individual cookies or entire batch in plastic wrap, then place in freezer-safe bag – they'll stay delicious for up to 3 months. Smart Serving Strategy: Thaw frozen cookies at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, or warm gently in microwave for 10 seconds to recreate that fresh-baked warmth and gooey marshmallow texture.
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Gooey Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Gooey Smores Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 25 1x

Description

Irresistible s’mores chocolate chip cookies blend campfire nostalgia with classic cookie comfort. Graham cracker crumbs, melted chocolate, and toasted marshmallow create a delightful summer dessert you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup (40g) mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup (100g) graham cracker pieces (about 6 full crackers, broken into small chunks)
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Preparation: Position oven rack at center and warm to 350F (175C), then line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Butter Fusion: Cream butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy and pale, creating a smooth foundational mixture that incorporates air and ensures tender cookies.
  3. Liquid Integration: Whisk eggs and vanilla into butter mixture, blending thoroughly to establish a uniform and glossy base.
  4. Dry Ingredient Combination: Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together, ensuring even distribution of leavening agents and preventing potential clumping.
  5. Dough Formation: Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring minimally to maintain delicate cookie structure, then carefully incorporate chocolate chips, marshmallows, and graham cracker fragments throughout the dough.
  6. Cookie Shaping: Drop rounded tablespoon-sized dough portions onto prepared sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow proper spreading during baking.
  7. Baking Process: Slide sheets into preheated oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, monitoring for golden-brown edges and slightly soft centers that will continue setting during cooling.
  8. Cooling and Settling: Rest cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes to stabilize structure, then transfer to wire rack for complete cooling and optimal textural development.

Notes

  • Prevent Overmixing: Gently fold ingredients to maintain a soft, tender cookie texture and avoid developing tough gluten strands.
  • Manage Marshmallow Spread: Freeze mini marshmallows briefly before adding to dough to prevent excessive melting and spreading during baking.
  • Control Baking Time: Watch cookies closely during the 9-11 minute window; slightly underbaked centers ensure chewy, moist cookies after cooling.
  • Customize Dietary Needs: Substitute gluten-free flour blend for all-purpose flour and use dairy-free chocolate chips to accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 25
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
Jenna Hartley

Jenna Hartley

Founder & Recipe Creator

Expertise

  • Recipe development with a focus on single-dish meals.
  • Fusion of traditional and modern Australian cuisines.
  • Food styling and photography for digital platforms.​

Education

Box Hill Institute, Melbourne

  • Degree: Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
  • Focus: Specialized in practical food and beverage service, responsible alcohol and hygiene compliance, legal risk management, and hands‑on experience in a simulated restaurant environment.

William Angliss Institute, Melbourne

  • Program: Certificate IV in Patisserie
  • Focus: Specialized in pastry and bakery techniques, cookery and specialty food preparation, recipe planning and costing, commercial kitchen operations, sustainable and inclusive work practices, food safety and hygiene compliance, and workplace health and safety.

Jenna is the heart of Picture Perfect Meals, turning simple ingredients into beautiful, easy‑to‑make dishes. 

Growing up around family meals in Melbourne, she trained at Box Hill Institute and then perfected her pastry skills at William Angliss Institute. She loves mixing classic Australian flavors with fresh ideas to keep cooking fun and stress‑free.

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