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This chilled spin on a summer favorite turns classic s'mores into a cool, prep-ahead treat that's perfect during hot weather. The velvety blend of chocolate pudding and marshmallow fluff layered between graham crackers makes an addictive frozen delight that brings all the campfire s'mores flavors without needing any fire.
I whipped up these frozen s'mores during a backyard party when it was simply too warm to start the fire pit. They turned out to be such a crowd-pleaser that they've now become my summer dessert go-to whenever I want something impressive but don't feel like heating up the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Instant chocolate pudding: Gives that deep chocolatey taste with zero cooking needed
- Whole milk: Makes the pudding just right - stick with full-fat for the best outcome
- Cool Whip: Adds airiness and smooth texture without weighing things down
- Graham crackers: Give that must-have s'mores base and structure - get fresh ones for better crunch
- Room temperature cream cheese: Helps create a silky, sturdy filling that freezes wonderfully
- Marshmallow creme: Brings that signature s'mores flavor in a way that mixes smoothly with everything else
- Salt: Perks up all the tastes and cuts through the sweetness
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the pan:
- Cover a 9×13 inch dish with parchment paper, letting it hang over the sides. These paper flaps work as handles for pulling out the frozen treat later and keep everything from sticking to your dish.
- Mix the chocolate layer:
- Blend pudding mix, milk and 1/2 cup Cool Whip until it's completely smooth. Don't rush this step - getting all lumps out now means your chocolate layer will turn out flawless.
- Create the base layer:
- Put half your graham crackers in one layer on the bottom of your lined dish. Pour the chocolate pudding mix evenly over them, making sure it spreads into all sides and corners.
- Prepare the marshmallow layer:
- Mix the cream cheese and marshmallow creme until totally smooth. This might take a bit, but getting rid of every cream cheese lump is worth the effort. Carefully fold in your leftover Cool Whip and a dash of salt for a light, fluffy marshmallow mix.
- Complete the layers:
- Gently spread the marshmallow blend over your chilled chocolate layer, keeping the surface level. Top with your remaining graham crackers, lining them up with the bottom crackers. This alignment will make cutting simpler afterward.
- Freeze and slice:
- Cover your dish with foil and pop it in the freezer at least 6 hours or overnight. Once solid, use the parchment handles to lift everything out, put it on a cutting board, then cut into 12 squares along the graham cracker lines.
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The marshmallow creme layer really makes this dessert stand out. When I first tried making these, I wasn't sure about using store-bought marshmallow creme, but its silky texture creates something homemade marshmallows just can't match when frozen.
Make-Ahead and Storage
These frozen s'mores are a dream for planning ahead. After cutting them into squares, wrap each piece in plastic wrap and tuck them in a freezer container. They'll stay good for up to two months, though at my house they never stick around that long. For the tastiest results, let them sit out for about 15 minutes before eating - this softens everything just enough for the perfect bite.
Delicious Variations
While the standard version tastes amazing, you can easily switch things up to match what you like. Try spreading some peanut butter between the chocolate and marshmallow for a peanut butter cup feel. If you love mint chocolate, add a couple drops of mint extract to the chocolate pudding. During Christmas, sprinkled crushed candy canes on top add a festive touch and extra crunch. You can tweak this recipe in so many ways.
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Serving Suggestions
These frozen s'mores taste fantastic by themselves but can be dressed up for special times. Pour some warm chocolate sauce over them right before serving for a wow-worthy hot-cold contrast. If you're hosting dinner guests, set a square on each plate with fresh berries scattered around the edges. At summer get-togethers, I sometimes pair these with grilled peaches for a surprising combo that always gets tons of compliments.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I use different graham crackers?
Absolutely, try chocolate graham crackers for extra flavor depth. Standard ones work great too.
- → How should I store frozen s'mores?
Cover each chunk with plastic wrap, tuck them in a freezer box, and they'll stay good for up to 2 months.
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
For sure, just freeze them at least 6 hours until firm. They're great for prepping beforehand.
- → Can I soften the frozen s'mores before eating?
Let them sit out for about 15 minutes if you want them a bit softer when you eat them.
- → Can I customize the layers?
You bet! Try using flavored cream cheese, switch out marshmallow fluff for something else, or mix in some peanut butter for more yumminess.