Picture this: the fire pit is crackling, your friends are gathered around with drinks in hand, and someone yells, “What’s for dessert?”
This is your answer. Oreo S’mores take everything you already love about classic campfire s’mores and make it faster, easier, and way less messy.
No crumbly graham crackers. No chocolate bars melting all over your hands. Just three simple ingredients standing between you and the easiest crowd-pleaser of the night.
This recipe actually started as a mom’s solution for her lactose-intolerant daughter, and it turned into something even better than the original. Most regular Oreo cookies are dairy-free (always double check the label for your specific guest’s needs), which makes this twist a smart pick when you’re hosting a mixed crowd with different dietary needs.
Whether you’re planning a backyard bonfire, a 4th of July cookout, a camping trip, or just a casual game night with the kids, this is the treat that gets devoured first and requested again at the next party.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Only 3 ingredients. Cookies, marshmallows, skewers. That’s it.
Ready in 15 minutes. Perfect for last-minute party planning.
No graham cracker crumbs everywhere. Your guests (and your patio) will thank you.
Built-in chocolate flavor. Skip the separate chocolate bar entirely.
Lactose-intolerant friendly. A thoughtful option when hosting guests with dietary restrictions.
Endlessly customizable. Swap in different Oreo flavors to match your party theme.
True finger food. No plates, no forks, no cleanup headache.
A hit with every age group. Kids and adults both go back for seconds.
Quick Recipe Snapshot
Best for: Backyard parties, campfires, BBQs, camping trips, and casual get-togethers of all ages.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 16 s’mores
What You’ll Need
- 16 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreo®)
- 16 marshmallows
- Long wooden skewers
- A campfire, fire pit, or gas stove flame
That’s the entire shopping list. You probably already have most of this sitting in your pantry right now.
How to Make Oreo S’mores
Follow these steps exactly and you genuinely cannot mess this up. Here’s the foolproof method:
1. Twist open each cookie so you have two separate chocolate wafer halves, with the cream filling exposed on one side.
2. Thread a marshmallow onto a wooden skewer. Push it about halfway up so it’s secure and won’t slip off while toasting.
3. Hold the skewer over your flame (a gas stove burner, fire pit, or campfire all work). Slowly rotate the marshmallow so it toasts evenly on all sides.
4. Toast until golden brown and gooey on the outside, with a warm, melty center. This usually takes 1-2 minutes per marshmallow, depending on how close you hold it to the flame.
5. Carefully slide the toasted marshmallow off the skewer directly onto one cookie half.
6. Top with the second cookie half, cream-side facing in, and press down gently to sandwich the marshmallow.
7. Serve immediately while the marshmallow is still warm and the cookie is starting to soften slightly. This is the moment of peak deliciousness.
Pro Tips for Perfect Toasting
Hold the skewer a few inches back from the flame, not directly in it. This gives you a golden, evenly toasted marshmallow instead of a burnt outside with a cold, raw center.
Rotate slowly and constantly. Patience here is what separates a perfectly gooey marshmallow from a flaming disaster.
Keep a stack of napkins or a damp paper towel nearby. These get sticky fast, and your guests will appreciate the cleanup help.
Toast marshmallows in small batches and serve right away rather than toasting all 16 at once. They taste best fresh off the flame while everything is still warm.
Flavor Variations to Try
This recipe is practically begging to be customized. Here are a few twists worth trying at your next party:
Mint Oreos for a refreshing, almost peppermint-bark-like flavor.
Chocolate-filled Oreos for an extra rich, double-chocolate version.
Golden Oreos for a lighter, vanilla-forward take on the classic.
One important note: skip the Double Stuf cookies. The extra cream filling combined with a warm, sugary marshmallow makes the whole thing overwhelmingly sweet. Regular Oreos give you the perfect balance.
Hosting Tips: Make This the Star of Your Party
Arrange the finished s’mores on a large platter, fanned out like in the photo above, and set it in the center of your gathering. They disappear fast, so don’t be shy about doubling the batch for bigger groups.
Hosting a 4th of July cookout? Stick a small American flag toothpick into a few of them for an instant patriotic touch that matches the rest of your spread.
Want to turn dessert into part of the entertainment? Set up a DIY toasting station with a bowl of marshmallows, a stack of twisted-open cookies, and a bundle of skewers near your fire pit. Let guests toast and assemble their own. It’s an easy way to keep people mingling around the fire, and it doubles as a built-in activity for kids and adults alike.
This recipe also travels well for camping trips. Pack the cookies and marshmallows separately, bring a bundle of skewers, and you’ve got a ready-made campfire dessert that requires zero cooler space.
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
These are best enjoyed fresh and warm, right off the skewer. That said, a little prep work ahead of time can save you a few minutes during the party.
You can twist open all your cookies and lay them on a tray ahead of time, then keep your marshmallows and skewers nearby for quick assembly when guests arrive.
If you do end up with leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a day. The marshmallow will firm back up, so let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating, or warm them briefly to soften again.
These don’t freeze well, so plan to make only what you’ll realistically serve that day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these without a campfire?
Absolutely. A gas stove burner works just as well. You can also use a kitchen torch, or toast marshmallows under your oven’s broiler on a baking sheet, watching closely so they don’t burn.
Are Oreo S’mores gluten-free?
Regular Oreo cookies are not gluten-free. If you’re hosting guests with gluten sensitivities, swap in a gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookie and the rest of the recipe stays exactly the same.
Can kids help make these?
Yes, with adult supervision around the open flame. For a kid-friendly version with no fire involved at all, toast the marshmallows under the oven broiler instead and let little ones handle the cookie-sandwiching step.
How many should I make for a party?
Plan on roughly 2 to 3 s’mores per guest. This recipe doubles or triples easily if you’re hosting a bigger crowd.
With this recipe in your back pocket, you’ve got a guaranteed party hit that takes almost no effort and leaves your guests asking for the recipe before they head home.
Oreo S’mores
Ingredients
- 16 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreo®)
- 16 marshmallows
- Long wooden skewers
Instructions
- Twist open each cookie.
- Thread marshmallows onto wooden skewers. Hold skewers over a gas stove flame (or campfire) until marshmallows are toasted. Sandwich marshmallows between cookie halves.
