S’mores Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Gooey Marshmallow Topping Meets Creamy Cheesecake! 🔥🍫
These decadent S’mores Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety chocolate chip cheesecake, and toasted marshmallows for the ultimate campfire-inspired dessert!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No campfire needed – All the s’mores flavor, zero firepit hassle!
✔ Crowd-pleasing – Perfect for parties, potlucks, or late-night cravings.
✔ Make-ahead friendly – Chill overnight for easy serving.
✔ Kid-approved – A fun twist on classic cheesecake.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Topping
- 1½ cups mini marshmallows
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper (leave overhang for easy removal).
- Mix graham crumbs and melted butter until sandy. Press firmly into the pan. Bake for 8 mins, then cool slightly.
2. Cheesecake Layer
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth (no lumps!).
- Fold in chocolate chips. Pour over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake 25–30 mins until edges are set but center slightly jiggles.
3. Marshmallow Magic
- Let cool 10 mins, then sprinkle marshmallows evenly on top.
- Broil 1–2 mins (watch closely!) until golden and puffy.
4. Chill & Serve
- Cool completely, then refrigerate 3+ hours (or overnight) before slicing.
- Pro Tip: Use a hot knife (dipped in warm water) for clean cuts.
Serving & Storage
🍽 Pair with: Cold milk, coffee, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
📦 Storage:
- Fridge: Up to 5 days covered.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly (without marshmallows) for 1 month. Add mallows after thawing & broil.
Recipe Variations
✨ Nutty Crunch: Add ¼ cup crushed pecans to the crust.
🍫 Fudgy Swirl: Melt extra chocolate chips and swirl into the batter before baking.
🌶 Spiced Up: Mix ½ tsp cinnamon into the graham crumbs.
