Ready to level up your s’mores game? This is the exact list that you need. Whether you’re by the fireside or toasting marshmallows indoors, these 10 add-ins will take your dessert from basic to unforgettable. Let the melty magic begin with these 10 s’mores add-ins!
10. Speculoos Cookie Butter
If you want something rich, cozy, and aromatic, try this hack: smear some cookie butter on the graham cracker before adding your toasted marshmallow. This spiced spread (like crushed gingerbread cookies in paste form) adds warm cinnamon and caramel notes. Perfect for cooler summer nights!
9. Mint Chocolate Squares
Sub in a square of mint chocolate for a cool, refreshing twist. You can use Andes or other mint-flavored dark bars, and the menthol brightness will balance the richness of the marshmallow. This one’s great after a hearty campfire meal.
8. Grilled Peach Slices
Cobbler in s’more form, anyone? August is peach season, so you better slice up and grill some until you get those caramelized lines. The juicy, smoky flesh pairs well with marshmallow and white chocolate. You can also use cinnamon grahams or ginger snaps as the base for the complete cobbler experience.
7. Salted Caramel Drizzle
This one’s wildly addictive, with balanced salty-sweet flavors. Just melt store-bought caramel or use caramel sauce, then sprinkle a bit of sea salt on top. This turns your s’mores into a gourmet dessert. Toast marshmallows over the stove and build it with a drizzle in the middle.
6. Spicy Chili Chocolate
If you love a little heat, try using a chili-infused dark chocolate bar (available in most grocery stores). The heat kicks in after the sweetness, creating a slow-building burn that complements the smoky marshmallow. This add-in is perfect for grown-up palates craving something bold.
5. OREO Cookie Crumble
For those who want to turn up the sweetness, this one’s for you. All you need is a couple of OREOs crushed up. Press the crumbs into your melted marshmallows and you’ll get a creamy vanilla-chocolate crunch in every bite! The OREO filling also adds sweetness and a unique flavor to the roasted mallows.
4. Toasted Coconut Flakes
For a tropical twist for your s’mores, consider adding some toasted coconut flakes. Just toss sweetened coconut flakes in a dry skillet until toasty and golden brown. Sprinkle over the s’mores layers for a nutty crunch. The result is like a Mounds bar meets campfire treat.
3. Fresh Strawberry Slices
Of course, we can’t forget about everyone’s favorite fruit during summer. Berries add a refreshing twist to melty s’mores, creating something like a fruity fondue sandwich. Just thinly slice strawberries and then layer with marshmallows and milk chocolate.
2. Peanut Butter Cup Perfection
Tired of the plain ol’ chocolate bar? Level up your s’mores by using a peanut butter cup instead. It melts well and gives you that salty-sweet flavor combo that every good s’more needs. The nutty richness make the treat extra indulgent without extra effort. A tip? Freeze the cups beforehand to slow melting and get gooier bites.
1. Caramelized Banana Slices
Bananas are peak-season sweet right now, and it’s the perfect time to add them to your s’mores. Bananas, when lightly grilled or torched, take on an almost brûléed caramel flavor. Just slice, grill for 1-2 minutes per side until golden, and then sandwich with your chocolate and marshmallow. It’s like banana foster in s’more form!