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This S’mores Icebox Cake is an easy no-bake dessert that’s full of graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate! It’s a fun treat that’s getting me in the mood for fall.
Want s’more? You have to try my decadentĀ S’mores Chocolate CakeĀ and these tasty S’mores Ice Cream Bars!
S’mores Icebox Cake Recipe
I don’t know about you, but I’d be ok with it cooling down a bit. I know we probably have another couple months before it really starts to cool down, but I’m ready. And this S’mores Icebox Cake is perfect for now and as is starts to cool down.
When I think of s’mores, I always think of camping. While I wouldn’t necessarily call myself a camper, I’ve done my share of camping.
In fact one of my very favorite camping trips was in college with some of my closest girlfriends. We all grew up together in North Carolina and went up to Boone, NC right when school ended for the summer. We hiked up this mountain that was covered in massive rocks that had a river running through it. We were totally insane.
We carried a 6 person tent, a cooler full of food for 3 or 4 days and all of our crap up this mountain, literally jumping across the water from rock to rock and passing the cooler and gear across to each other. It took hours for us to get to the top where we were camping.
But you know what? It was some of the most fun I’ve ever had with those girls. We had a great time – and one of things we enjoyed was some s’mores. Real, legit s’mores. Dirt covered sticks and all.
Fortunately, no dirt covered utensils are necessary in the making of this icebox cake.
I love the ease of icebox cakes. They are a great way to make a fun and tasty dessert. The flavors can be easily switched up and people always love them. A great thing for sharing. And you don’t have to bother with the camping.
This particular icebox cake has layers of graham crackers, marshmallow filling and chocolate pudding. All the essentials are in there.
How to Make The Best S’mores Cake
You’ll need one full box of graham crackers. It takes one sleeve for each of the three layers.
The marshmallow layer is actually a mix of marshmallow fluff (yummy stuff!), mini marshmallows and Cool Whip. It makes a nice, light, marshmallow-y layer.
Then of course chocolate pudding. And to up the chocolate game a bit, the top of the cake has additional chocolate sauce. Then the whole thing is covered in more marshmallows and some chocolate bar pieces.
I decided to give the top of mine that toasted look by using my little blow torch. You know, the kind you’d use for creme brĆ»lĆ©e? It was actually my first time using it and I have to say, it was pretty fun to play with. And quite powerful. I had to blow the fire on the marshmallows out quite a few times. š
If you don’t have a blow torch, you could also put it in the oven for about 10 minutes on convection bake and let the marshmallows brown a bit.
This icebox cake is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves s’mores! We certainly loved it!
More S’mores Dessert Recipes
S’mores Cupcakes
S’mores Cheesecake
S’mores Ice Cream Bars
S’mores Chocolate Cake
S’mores Chocolate Pie
S’mores Icebox Cake
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
This S’mores Icebox Cake is an easy no-bake dessert that’s full of graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate! It’s a fun summer treat that will feed a crowd.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 cups milk
- 8 oz marshmallow fluff or cream
- 8 oz Cool Whip, or other whipped topping
- 5 oz mini marshmallows
- 1 (14.4 oz) box graham crackers
- Thick chocolate sauce, like hot fudge sauce
- Mini marshmallows
- Mini chocolate bars
- Chocolate sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
Make the Cake Layers
- Make the chocolate pudding by adding the milk to the powdered pudding mix and whisking for about 2 minutes, until pudding begins to thicken. You can make both packages in one bowl and then divide it in half, or make them in two separate bowls. Set pudding aside.
- In a large bowl, gently stir the marshmallow fluff and Cool Whip together until well combined.
- Stir the mini marshmallows into the Cool Whip mixture. Set aside.
Assemble the Cake
- Place a single layer of graham crackers along the bottom of a 9×13 pan. You may need to break some crackers in half to make them fit.
- Spread half of the marshmallow mixture on top of the graham crackers.
- Spread half of the chocolate pudding on top of the marshmallow mixture.
- Place another layer of graham crackers in a single layer on the top of the pudding.
- Spread the remaining half of the marshmallow mixture on top of the graham crackers.
- Spread remaining chocolate pudding on top of the marshmallow mixture.
- Place another single layer of graham crackers on the top of the pudding.
Finish Off the Cake
- Spread thick chocolate sauce over the top of the graham crackers.
- Sprinkle the top of the icebox cake with additional mini marshmallows and a few mini chocolate bars. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- If you have a kitchen torch, toast the marshmallows, being careful not to overheat them. Or, place the cake in a toaster oven or your regular oven on the convection oven setting. Watch marshmallows and remove after they begin to brown (about 10 minutes). You can also set your oven to the broiler. Place the cake a few inches below the broiler and watch closely. Remove as soon as the marshmallows look toasted.
- Serve immediately with a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- For the best taste and texture, eat within 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 28.1 g
- Sodium: 216.2 mg
- Fat: 9.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 48.8 g
- Protein: 4.6 g
- Cholesterol: 10.8 mg
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Enjoy!
Can you use cooked chocolate pudding
I’m guessing that’d be fine.
Thank you so much!!!!!t
Hi this looks amazing. I never made this before and I have a question . If you wanted to make the mini marshmallows brown in the oven, I am assuming you would do this the day you serve it or do you do it ahead of time and then put it in the fridge? Thanks I just do not want to mess it up! Looks delicious
Either way should be fine. They’ll just soften once they’re refrigerated, so if you want them to retain a little crunch, you might want to do it shortly before serving.
Hi, is chocolate sauce the same as chocolate syrup? Thanks!Ā
In my experience, the consistency is different. The syrup is thicker and better for a desire like this, in my opinion.
Will this keep well if I make and refrigerate it the day before a party?Ā
Yes, it will
What size pan do you make this in?
It’s a 9×13.
I’m not sure how fast you’ll respond but is the convection option on the oven similar to broiling? I’m not sure if I have the convection option.
I think they’re similar enough for toasting the marshmallows, yes.
This sounds divine !!! I was needing a dessert for the weekend and this is perfect ! Have a great day š
Awesome! I hope you enjoy it! š
You know, I’ve made a s;mores icebox cake before but I think yours wins. You can do no wrong.
I love this trip down memory lane. Dessert sounds amazing too!
Thanks Nel! I wish we could do it again. š
I agree, I could totally go for some cooler weather! Fall is my favorite š I am making this cake ASAP…I am in LOVE!
Thanks Michelle!
I am with you…I am no camper. Maybe glamping. And I will bring along this icebox cake to celebrate!
Glamping is totally the way to go. š
This has to be the best icebox cake I have seen! Love that you toasted the marshmallows on top!
Oh man, this looks insane! I’m not much of a camper either, but that IS when they are the best. S’mores are one of my favorite things so I’m definitely going to have to try this! Love all the layers and toasted marshmallows on top!
I need some real campfire s’mores! Camping memories bring me back, too. Now I’m old and tend to want room service. And I’m lazy about making real ones. So this cake will be much better!
This looks like the perfect summer cake! Toasty marshmallows, and it’s frozen–I’d love a slice of this on a hot day! š