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slice of a toasted s’mores brownie with layers of graham cracker, fudge, and marshmallow on a plate

S’mores Brownies from Scratch

Mealoras
A decadent triple-layered brownie featuring a crisp crust and toasted marshmallow.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Course Dessert
Servings 16 Squares

Ingredients
  

  • Graham Cracker Layer
  • 4 –5 honey graham cracker sheets
  • Brownie Batter
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup + 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips divided
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate for topping
  • Marshmallow Topping
  • 1 1/8 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup water for syrup
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons gelatin powder
  • 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven and line a square baking pan with parchment paper before covering the bottom with a single layer of graham cracker sheets.
  • Melt the butter and the first portion of chocolate chips together until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
  • Whisk the sugars, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla in a separate bowl until the mixture is pale and well combined.
  • Slowly stream the melted chocolate into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to keep the eggs from cooking.
  • Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the batter until just combined.
  • Pour the finished batter over the crackers and bake until a toothpick comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
  • Bloom the gelatin in water while heating the sugar, agave, and additional water in a saucepan until it reaches a boil and thickens.
  • Slowly pour the hot syrup into the gelatin while whipping at high speed until the mixture becomes thick, white, and fluffy.
  • Spread a thin layer of melted chopped chocolate over the cooled brownies before topping with the fresh marshmallow mixture.
  • Allow the layers to set for at least four hours at room temperature to ensure the marshmallow is stable enough to slice.
  • Toast the top of the marshmallow layer with a kitchen torch or briefly under a broiler for a golden, charred finish.

Notes

• Use a hot, clean knife to slice through the sticky marshmallow layer for professional-looking squares.
• Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days.
• Do not overmix the brownie batter to ensure the texture stays fudgy rather than cake-like.