Campfire S'mores

Name: Campfire S'mores With Peanut Butter Cup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 full graham cracker, broken in half; 1 large marshmallow; 1 piece milk chocolate; 1 Reese's Peanut Butter Cup

Campfire S'mores With Peanut Butter Cup is a twist on the classic campfire treat, adding a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup to the traditional graham cracker, chocolate, and toasted marshmallow combination. Made over a backyard fire pit using a convenient s'mores kit, it's an easy way to elevate the nostalgic dessert.

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Total

7 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 full graham cracker, broken in half
1 large marshmallow
1 piece milk chocolate
1 Reese's Peanut Butter Cupoptional

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Instructions

1
Build a fire in a fire pit and allow it to burn down to hot embers, which are ideal for roasting.
2
Prepare your s'more base by placing a piece of chocolate or a Reese's cup on one half of a graham cracker.
3
Carefully place a large marshmallow on the end of a roasting skewer.
4
Roast the marshmallow over the hot embers, turning occasionally, until it is golden brown and gooey to your liking.
5
Once roasted, place the hot marshmallow directly on top of the chocolate.
6
Place the second graham cracker half on top and gently press down while sliding the skewer out.
7
Allow to cool for a moment, then enjoy your freshly made s'more.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast the marshmallow slowly over indirect heat (coals, not flames) for an evenly golden exterior and warm, gooey interior without charring.
Assemble your s'mores immediately after toasting while the marshmallow is hot—the residual heat will soften the chocolate and peanut butter cup without melting them completely.
Use a s'mores kit with pre-portioned ingredients to ensure even layering and prevent overstuffing, which makes the sandwich harder to eat.
Work quickly once the marshmallow comes off the heat; it cools and sets rapidly, making assembly harder if you wait too long.

Substitutions

1 large marshmallow → 2–3 mini marshmallows (easier to toast and layer)
1 piece milk chocolate → dark chocolate, white chocolate, or flavored chocolate bar (adjust sweetness and flavor profile)
1 Reese's Peanut Butter Cup → candy bar of choice such as Snickers, Twix, or Hershey's (note: harder candies may not soften as easily)

Storage & make-ahead

S'mores are best eaten fresh. Store leftover assembled s'mores in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day; reheat gently in a low oven if desired.

Equipment

fire pit or outdoor grill · wooden skewer or marshmallow roasting fork · s'mores kit (optional but convenient)

Common Questions

How do you toast the marshmallow perfectly for s'mores?

Hold the marshmallow 4–6 inches above the coals, rotating slowly until the exterior is golden brown and slightly charred, about 1–2 minutes per side. Avoid direct flame to prevent burning.

Can you make s'mores indoors without a fire pit?

Yes. Toast marshmallows over a kitchen torch, under a broiler, or use a s'mores maker designed for indoor use.

Why use a s'mores kit instead of gathering ingredients separately?

S'mores kits come pre-portioned and assembled for convenience, eliminating the need to hunt for ingredients and making backyard entertaining faster and easier.

Can you substitute the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup with other candies?

Yes. Try other chocolate bars, peanut butter cups, caramel, toffee, or mint chocolate—layer it between the graham cracker halves before adding the hot marshmallow.