Smores Dip Gooey Chocolate Marshmallow

This smores dip captures the fun and nostalgia of campfire nights right at your kitchen table. It is my go-to when friends gather or when a quick, cozy dessert is needed without any fuss. Melted chocolate and perfectly toasted marshmallows create the all-time favorite smores taste—no flame required.

Every time I make this dip, it reminds me of college study breaks when my roommates and I would huddle around a baking dish and devour the whole thing in minutes. Now, it is my stand-by for family movie nights and cozy rainy evenings.

Ingredients

• Semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate: gives you that deep, classic smores flavor and melts smoothly
• Heavy cream: ensures a silky texture and helps the chocolate stay dippable
• Mini marshmallows: toast quickly and evenly for a gooey topping and that signature golden look
• Graham crackers, digestive biscuits or fruit (banana, strawberries): all work well for dipping so pick your favorites

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Set your oven to 180 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit about 10 minutes before you start so the heat is even when the dip goes in.

Layer Chocolate and Cream:

Scatter the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in an even layer inside an ovenproof 20 centimeter or 8 inch skillet or baking dish. Pour the heavy cream over the top. This cream is what keeps the melted chocolate so soft and spoonable.

Bake to Melt Chocolate:

Slide the dish onto the center rack and bake for around three to four minutes. Watch closely as soon as the chocolate appears glossy and slightly melted it is ready for the next step.

Stir for Smoothness:

With oven mitts slide the pan out and give the chocolate and cream a gentle stir. It should become thick rich and totally smooth with every swirl.

Top with Marshmallows:

Scatter mini marshmallows in a tight even layer covering all the chocolate completely. Let them mound up a bit so there are plenty of gooey bits.

Toast in Oven:

Return the pan to the oven and bake another four to five minutes. When your marshmallows are puffed and golden brown the dip is ready. For extra toasted effect broil under high heat for thirty seconds but do not take your eyes off them since they burn fast.

Serve and Dip:

Bring the hot dip straight to the table along with your favorite dippers like graham crackers, biscuits or fruits. Scoop up a little of each layer for maximum campfire joy.

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I am always amazed at how the marshmallows transform in the oven. As a kid I used to poke the tops to feel if they were soft enough. Now my daughter loves watching them brown as the timer counts down.

How to Store Smores Dip

Once completely cool cover the baking dish tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat bake uncovered at 160 degrees Celsius or 325 degrees Fahrenheit for six to eight minutes just until warm and gooey again. The dip will stiffen as it chills but softens perfectly after reheating. Avoid microwaving for best melted results.

Ingredient Substitutions

Use dark chocolate for a bittersweet twist or white chocolate for something extra decadent. Swap dairy-free cream for heavy cream if you need a lactose-free or vegan version and go for vegan marshmallows. Pretzel sticks or shortbread cookies make fun crunchy dippers if you are out of graham crackers.

Serving Suggestions

I love to add a pinch of flaky sea salt over the glaze of chocolate before marshmallows go on top. For a fruity note try dippers like sliced apples or strawberries. If it is a holiday scatter colored sprinkles or drizzle with caramel just before serving for a festive spin.

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I learned the hard way do not skip the heavy cream in the chocolate or you will end up with a hard slab instead of a luscious dip. Every batch becomes deliciously gooey so there is hardly any waiting around once it is out of the oven.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ What chocolate works best?

Semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate all work well, or a combination for richer flavor.

→ Can I make it dairy-free?

Yes, use dairy-free cream and vegan chocolate for a plant-based version.

→ How do I toast marshmallows more?

For extra color, briefly broil the dip under high heat while watching closely to prevent burning.

→ What are the best dippers?

Graham crackers, digestive biscuits, or fresh fruit like strawberries and apple slices are delicious choices.

→ How should leftovers be stored?

Cover and refrigerate any leftovers. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.

→ Is this dessert vegetarian?

Use vegetarian marshmallows without gelatin and check chocolate ingredients for a fully vegetarian result.