Gooey 5 Minute Prep S’mores Brownies
These gooey S’mores Brownies are the easiest way to bring campfire flavor straight to your kitchen with layers of buttery graham crackers, fudgy brownie batter, melty chocolate, and golden brown marshmallows.
Easy, Gooey, and Ready in Minutes
If you’ve ever wished you could have s’mores without the campfire (and without the mess), these 5-Minute Prep S’mores Brownies are your answer. They’re soft and fudgy on the inside with that perfect crunchy graham cracker crust and a gooey marshmallow layer that toasts up beautifully under the broiler. Speaking of fudgy goodness, if you haven’t tried our Tiger Butter recipe yet, you’re missin’ out!
This recipe keeps all the best parts of classic s’mores: graham crackers, milk chocolate, and gooey marshmallow, but turns them into rich, sliceable brownies that stay soft for days! And if you’re cravin’ those classic campfire s’mores, check out this S’mores in the Oven recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Graham Crackers
- Butter, melted
- Brownie mix (8×8 size)
- Chocolate chips
- Marshmallow cream or a Bag of marshmallows
- Ingredients to make brownies according to the package directions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Build the Graham Cracker Base
Start by lining the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish with graham cracker squares. You can break or trim them slightly if needed to make them fit snugly. Brush the crackers with melted butter, which adds flavor and helps them stay crisp under the brownie layer.
2. Mix the Brownie Batter
In a large mixing bowl, prepare your brownie batter according to the package directions. If you want to bump up the chocolate flavor, stir in a teaspoon of espresso powder or a handful of dark chocolate chips. Pour the batter evenly over your graham cracker crust, then use a flexible spatula to spread it into a smooth, even layer.
3. Add Chocolate and Bake
Sprinkle chocolate chips across the top of the batter before baking. Follow the bake time on your brownie mix until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool for about 5 minutes before moving to the next step.
4. Toast the Marshmallow Layer
Once baked, switch your oven to low broil. Top your brownies with mini marshmallows or a layer of marshmallow fluff. Broil on the top rack, at least six inches away from the heat, for just 1–2 minutes, until the tops turn golden brown and slightly melty. Watch closely! Marshmallows go from toasted to burned in seconds.
If you’ve got a kitchen torch, this is the perfect time to use it for precise, evenly toasted tops.
5. Cool, Slice, and Serve
Let your brownies cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes so the marshmallow layer can set a little. Then slice into squares with a sharp knife coated in nonstick spray or lightly oiled; it’ll help you get clean cuts through that sticky, gooey top!
Storing and Reheating
To keep your brownies soft and fresh, store them in an airtight container lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper, separating the layers with plastic wrap or parchment paper. You can also freeze individual squares for up to a month, just thaw and warm slightly before serving so the chocolate gets melty again!
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. If you’ve got a favorite homemade brownie recipe that’s rich and fudgy, use it instead of a boxed mix. Just make sure it fits a standard 8×8 pan.
Nope! Mini marshmallows, or even large ones cut in half, will work perfectly. The cream just gives a smoother, spreadable layer. If you have any leftovers, you can also whip up a batch of Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow!
Yes! Double the recipe for a 13×9-inch pan. Just keep an eye on the bake time; thicker layers might need a few extra minutes.
Pop a square in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to bring back that gooey s’mores texture and melty chocolate.
Ingredients
- Graham Crackers Enough to cover the bottom of the baking dish
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1 pkg brownie mix 8×8 size
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 7 ounces marshmallow cream or 8-ounce bag of marshmallows
- Ingredients to make brownies according to the package directions
Instructions
- Line the bottom of an 8×8 baking dish with graham crackers. Brush with melted butter.
- Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Spread over the top of graham crackers. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the batter. Bake according to directions on the brownie mix package.
- Remove from oven. Turn the broiler on low. Top brownies with marshmallows or spread with marshmallow cream. Place under broiler (at least six inches away from it) for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned on top. Watch carefully and do not leave unattended while it is browning because this will happen fast.
- Allow to cool slightly, cut, and enjoy!
This was very encouraging for me. I liked what you said about not letting the fact that you may not have been given the best circumstances in life but that you should try to shine in what ever place you are in.l am now learning how to do that. Thank you.
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Christy, it is so evident that Christ lives in your heart and is the reason for your perseverance through a very difficult time. The most wonderful thing is that you have not kept that light or “sparkle” to yourself, but so generously share with all you come in contact with whether in words or in person. My prayer for you is that as you continue to recover, God will also lessen the pain you experience. Above all, remember what God told Sarah, “Is anything too hard for the LORD?”
Blessings to you and your family!
Thank you Kathy, blessings to you and yours as well!!
Hey, Christy! Thanks so much for the update. Our prayers are being answered so well (of course). The recipe looks yummy and simple enough even for me. Your recipes are very helpful; your ENcouragement is essential! God bless you!
I hope you get to try the brownies soon Mary, they are very easy to make! Blessings to you as well!!
Glad you are doing better. Praying the Lord totally restores your body.
Thank you Rachelle!!
So glad to hear you are doing better. I pray the Lord totally heals and restores your body.
OH MY GOODNESS CHRISTY, ANOTHER WINNER!!!! I will use these for Valentines Gifts for my daughters teachers except I will add either a little strawberry extract and pink food coloring to the marshmallow cream or use the the cream and on top of that a few of the heart shaped marshmallows so when it melts there will be pink hearts on top. I am so glad you are doing great except for pain. You are so right we all have some sort of pain in our lives whether physical or mental and like you said if we use pain in the right way ourselves and others can benefit from using that pain as lessons or to make us a stronger person in other ways. Christy your wisdom and belief in God portrayed through your letters and recipes are such a blessing to me and my life. I am a great cook but you have taught me so much through your inspirational messages. KEEP IT ALL COMING YOU ARE SUCH A BLESSING TO US ALL IN MANY WAYS!!!
Thank you so much Marsha!!! YOU are a blessing to me and I appreciate all your kind words and support more than you can imagine!
By the way Christy when do we get book 3 I can’t wait. I can just about recite your other 2 word for word as I have read them so many times. if you only know how much you and your books mean to those of us that due to disability or other reasons don’t get out much. Like SUNSHINE streaming through the internet and warming the heart and soul.
Oh my goodness, thank you so much Marsha!!! I am not sure…we will just have to see.
The brownies look yummo, but of course, now I’m totally fixated on the part of the post you had to delete. LOL! That sparkly personality of yours is one of the best things about reading your site. 🙂