I love making these Smookies when I want a fun, gooey dessert that combines the best parts of s’mores and cookies. They’re warm, chocolatey, melty, and perfect for enjoying around a campfire or straight from the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I enjoy how easy these treats are to make with simple ingredients. The soft cookie dough, melted chocolate, and gooey marshmallows create the perfect combination of textures and flavors. I also like how customizable they are depending on the chocolate or toppings I’m craving.
ingredients
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1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough 12 large marshmallows 6 full graham cracker sheets, broken in half 6 milk chocolate bars or 12 chocolate squares 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for greasing skillet or foil pans
directions
I start by preheating the oven or campfire grill to medium heat.
I lightly grease small cast-iron skillets or foil pans with butter.
I press a layer of cookie dough into the bottom of each skillet or pan.
I place pieces of chocolate evenly over the cookie dough, then top with marshmallows.
I cover the filling with another thin layer of cookie dough, gently sealing the edges as much as possible.
I place the skillets over indirect campfire heat or bake them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15–20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the centers are gooey.
I let them cool slightly before serving with graham crackers for scooping.
Servings and timing
I usually get about 6 servings from this recipe.
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15–20 minutes Total time: about 30 minutes
Variations
I sometimes use peanut butter cups instead of plain chocolate for extra richness. When I want a deeper flavor, I use dark chocolate chunks. I also like adding crushed pretzels or chopped nuts for crunch. If I’m making them indoors, I bake everything in one larger skillet for sharing.
storage/reheating
I store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
When reheating, I warm them in the microwave for a few seconds or in the oven until gooey again.
FAQs
Can I make these without a campfire?
Yes, I often bake them in the oven and they turn out perfectly.
What’s the best chocolate to use?
I like classic milk chocolate bars, but any chocolate works well.
Can I use homemade cookie dough?
Yes, homemade cookie dough works wonderfully in this recipe.
How do I keep the marshmallows from burning?
I cook over indirect heat and keep an eye on them while baking.
Can I make these ahead of time?
I prepare the skillets ahead and bake them right before serving for the best texture.
Conclusion
I find these Smookies to be one of the most fun and comforting desserts to share. They’re warm, gooey, and packed with classic campfire flavors that always make them a hit with family and friends.
Warm and gooey Smookies that combine chocolate chip cookies, melted chocolate, and marshmallows into a fun campfire-inspired dessert perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
12 large marshmallows
6 full graham cracker sheets, broken in half
6 milk chocolate bars or 12 chocolate squares
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for greasing skillet or foil pans
Instructions
Preheat oven or campfire grill to medium heat.
Lightly grease small cast-iron skillets or foil pans with butter.
Press a layer of cookie dough into the bottom of each skillet or pan.
Arrange chocolate pieces evenly over the cookie dough.
Top with marshmallows.
Cover with another thin layer of cookie dough, sealing edges gently.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) or cook over indirect campfire heat for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and gooey.
Allow to cool slightly before serving with graham crackers for scooping.
Notes
Use indirect heat to prevent marshmallows from burning.
Homemade cookie dough works well as a substitute.
Try peanut butter cups or dark chocolate for flavor variations.
