These S’Mores Dessert Squares are a fun twist on the classic campfire treat! Layers of pudding, marshmallows, and graham flavor make this an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert for parties and holidays.
Stop what you’re doing right now and grab the ingredients for these S’Mores Dessert Squares—you’ll thank me later.
The very first time I had these was at our family 4th of July party when my sister-in-law brought them to share. Within minutes, people were hovering around the dessert table, asking for the recipe. By the time the fireworks started, there wasn’t a single square left. That’s when I knew this was going straight into my recipe box.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No campfire required – all the gooey s’mores goodness, but baked in your oven.
- Feeds a crowd – one pan makes 24 squares.
- Make ahead – chill in the fridge until you’re ready to broil and serve.
- Family approved – from kids to grandparents, everyone loves them.
They’re creamy, crunchy, perfectly sweet, and just as fun to eat as they are easy to make. If you’re looking for a quick dessert that’s guaranteed to be the hit of the party, this is it.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 64 NILLA Wafers, divided
- 5 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 3-1/4 cups cold milk, divided
- 1 pkg. (4-serving size) chocolate instant pudding
- 2 pkgs. (4-serving size each) white chocolate flavor instant pudding
- 1-1/2 cups frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1-1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 square Baker’s semi-sweet chocolate, grated
How to Make S’Mores Dessert Squares
Step 1 – Make the crust:
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Finely crush 40 of the wafers and mix them with melted butter and sugar. Press firmly into a 13×9-inch baking pan and bake for 8 minutes, or until lightly browned. Let it cool.
Step 2 – Chocolate pudding layer:
Whisk together 1-1/4 cups milk and the chocolate pudding mix until smooth. Spread over the cooled crust. Top with the remaining 24 wafers.
Step 3 – White chocolate pudding layer:
Whisk 2 cups milk with the white chocolate pudding mixes until thickened. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread over the wafer layer and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
Step 4 – Toast the marshmallows:
Right before serving, sprinkle marshmallows evenly over the top. Broil for 1 minute, just until golden and puffy. Sprinkle with grated chocolate, cut into squares, and serve immediately.
Tips for Success
- Keep a close eye on the marshmallows under the broiler—they brown fast!
- You can prep everything ahead of time and just toast the marshmallows before serving.
- Want a stronger graham cracker flavor? Swap the NILLA Wafers for crushed graham crackers.
More Easy Dessert Recipes to Try
If you love these S’Mores Dessert Squares, here are a few more recipes from Somewhat Simple that are always a hit:
These S’Mores Dessert Squares are one of those desserts you’ll find yourself making again and again. They’re simple enough for a weeknight treat but special enough for holidays, BBQs, or potlucks. So the next time you want a sweet, nostalgic treat without the sticky mess of a campfire, grab this recipe—you won’t regret it.
S’Mores Dessert Squares Recipe
Ingredients
- 64 NILLA Wafers, divided
- 5 tbsp. butter, melted
- 3 tbsp. suga
- 3-1/4 cups cold milk, divided
- 3.9 oz chocolate instant pudding, 1 pkg 4-serving size
- 7.8 oz white chocolate instant pudding, 2 pkgs 4-serving size each
- 1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, such as Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 square Bakers semi-sweet chocolate, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Finely crush 40 of the wafers; place in medium bowl.
- Add butter and sugar; mix until well blended.
- Press firmly onto bottom of 13×9-inch baking pan.
- Bake 8 min. or until lightly browned; set aside.
- Pour 1-1/4 cups of the milk into medium bowl. Add dry chocolate pudding mix. Beat with wire whisk 2 min. or until well blended.
- Spread chocolate pudding mixture over the crust.
- Top with remaining 24 wafers.
- Pour remaining 2 cups milk into large bowl. Add dry white chocolate pudding mixes. Beat with wire whisk 2 min. or until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping.
- Spread over wafer layer in pan. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or until set.
- Preheat broiler just before serving. Top dessert evenly with marshmallows. Broil 1 min. or until marshmallows are puffed and lightly browned.
- Sprinkle with shaved chocolate, cut into squares and serve immediately.
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