Description
This Decadent S’mores Cheesecake combines the nostalgic flavors of a campfire s’more with the elegance of a creamy cheesecake. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a marshmallow- and chocolate-studded filling, silky chocolate ganache, and golden toasted marshmallows on top, it’s the ultimate showstopper dessert for holidays, birthdays, or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 ½ cups (213 g) graham cracker crumbs (about 14 sheets)
⅓ cup (66 g) granulated sugar
6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
32 oz (908 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (198 g) granulated sugar
⅔ cup (151 g) sour cream, room temperature
2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla extract
¼ tsp (1 g) salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup (43 g) mini marshmallows
½ cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips
Ganache:
1 cup (170 g) chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate
¾ cup (170 g) heavy cream
Topping:
Jumbo marshmallows, for toasting
Instructions
Make the crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake 8–10 minutes, then cool.
Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix in eggs one at a time on low. Fold in marshmallows and chocolate chips. Pour over crust.
Bake: Bake 60–70 minutes, until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool to room temp, then chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
Make ganache: Heat cream until simmering, then pour over chocolate. Rest 2–3 minutes, whisk until smooth. Cool slightly, then pour over chilled cheesecake.
Add marshmallows: Top with jumbo marshmallows and toast with a torch (or carefully broil).
Serve: Slice cleanly with a sharp knife, wiping between cuts. Optionally drizzle with extra ganache.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a lump-free filling.
Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks.
Water bath is optional but can help with even baking.
A torch gives more control for marshmallow toasting than a broiler.
Freeze cheesecake without ganache/topping for best results, then decorate before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cheesecake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American