Campfire S’more – Easy Cracker Barrel Copycat

This Cracker Barrel Campfire S’more is a layered, fudgy brownie dessert with a graham cracker crust, toasted marshmallows, and melty chocolate on top. It’s easy to make, super cozy, and way cheaper than therapy. Great for nights when you want dessert to feel like an event (but without the bonfire).

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Quick Summary

• Prep time: 15 mins
• Cook time: 30 mins
• Flavor: Chocolatey, toasty, gooey
• Great for: Movie nights, sleepovers, sugar cravings

Why I Like This Recipe

It’s one of those “crash into comfort” bakes. You don’t need fancy tools. Just a pan, an oven, and maybe a spoon to eat it straight from the corner.

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ cup melted butter
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Brownie Layer:

• ½ cup flour
• ⅓ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 eggs

Topping:

• 9 marshmallows
• 5 Hershey’s bars
• 4½ cups vanilla ice cream
• ½ cup chocolate sauce

How To Make Campfire S’more 

1. Prep the crust: Mix graham crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press into a parchment-lined 8×8 pan. Bake at 350°F for 5 mins.
2. Make the brownie mix: Whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
   Melt butter, stir in sugar + vanilla, then add eggs.
   Mix in dry ingredients till smooth.
3. Bake it: Pour over crust. Bake 23–25 mins. Let cool all the way (seriously).
4. Add the marshmallows: Cut into 9 squares. Top each with a marshmallow. Broil 1–2 mins ‘til golden. Watch them.
5. Serve: While warm, press in half a Hershey bar. Scoop with vanilla ice cream and drizzle chocolate sauce. Done.

Tips for Success

• Use parchment with overhang so you can lift the whole thing out like a boss.
• Let it cool fully before cutting or the whole thing will fall apart (still delicious tho).
• Watch the marshmallows like a hawk. No bathroom breaks.
• Press that crust in tight — loose crust means crumb chaos.
• Ice cream is optional but also… not really.

Storage and Reheating

• Fridge: Cool completely, store in an airtight container. Good for 2 days.
• Reheat: Microwave 10–15 seconds to soften the marshmallow and fudge things back up.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use a brownie mix?
  Yep, boxed mix totally works if you’re tired or short on stuff.
• What kind of chocolate is best?
  Classic Hershey’s works here. But honestly? Use whatever bar you have.
• Do I have to broil?
  You could torch them if you’re fancy. Otherwise, broil — just don’t walk away.
• Can I make it ahead?
  Sure, but broil the marshmallows right before serving or they’ll get weird in the fridge.
• Ice cream mandatory?
  Technically no. Emotionally, yes.

Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them

• Cutting warm brownies:: Let them cool. I know it’s hard. But they fall apart if you don’t.
• Broiling for too long:: One sec too much and boom — marshmallow wildfire. Keep eyes on it.
• Loose crust:: Didn’t press hard enough? You’ll get graham chaos. Use the bottom of a cup and go firm.
• Overbaking the brownies:: Check early. You want fudgy, not dry. Toothpick should come out with a few crumbs.
• Not using parchment:: This pan is sticky, gooey, and clingy. Like me. Use parchment or cry later.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 888 kcal
• Total Fat: 43g
• Saturated Fat: 24g
• Cholesterol: 130mg
• Sodium: 280mg
• Potassium: 170mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 118g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 87g
• Protein: 7g

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