S’mores Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate campfire treat with these S’mores Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies. Combining the classic flavors of graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate in a soft, chewy cookie, these baked delights offer a gooey, chocolatey center wrapped in rich cookie dough. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a nostalgic, sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Filling
- 6 sheets graham crackers, broken in half to 12 pieces
- 12 marshmallows, s’more shaped or jumbo
- 12 Reese’s peanut butter cups, full-sized (oreos or chocolate squares can be used instead)
Cookie Dough
- 36 oz chocolate chip cookie dough tub
Optional Toppings
- Finishing salt
- Additional chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet and preheat oven: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). This ensures even baking and a clean release.
- Assemble the s’mores base: On the prepared baking sheet, stack half a graham cracker as the base. Place one Reese’s peanut butter cup (or 3-4 chocolate squares as an alternative) on top of the cracker, then add one marshmallow, creating the classic s’mores layering.
- Encase the s’mores with cookie dough: Take large scoops of the chocolate chip cookie dough, approximately 3 oz each (about the size of an ice cream scoop). Flatten each scoop and gently drape it over the s’mores stack, forming a mound that fully covers the marshmallow and chocolate. Seal the dough edges to the graham cracker base to prevent leaking during baking. Bake only 4-6 cookies per sheet as they will spread.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes. After this initial bake, carefully turn each cookie to ensure even cooking, then bake for an additional 6-8 minutes or until the cookie edges turn slightly golden brown. Total bake time is about 13-15 minutes.
- Shape and finish the cookies: Once out of the oven, use the back of a spoon or a measuring cup to gently scoop the edges of the warm cookies inward, forming a round, neat shape. Sprinkle a few additional chocolate chips on top along with a light pinch of finishing salt for extra flavor contrast.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool sufficiently to let the gooey center set slightly. Enjoy these warm, melty s’mores stuffed cookies as a delightful treat.
Notes
- For a chocolate variation, substitute Reese’s peanut butter cups with your choice of chocolate squares or Oreos.
- Only bake a few cookies at a time to prevent crowding as they spread significantly.
- Using finishing salt enhances the flavor by balancing the sweetness.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Keywords: s'mores cookies, chocolate chip cookies, stuffed cookies, campfire treats, gooey cookies, peanut butter cup cookies
