13 Easy S'mores Upgrades Worth Trying This Summer

S’mores are a campfire classic, but just because they’re a near-perfect treat doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement. From caramel to berries there are a ton of ways to upgrade the average s’more, without messing with perfection. After all, the basic ingredients — marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers — are present in a ton of different desserts and pair with a lot of different flavors, so it’s a totally versatile treat that can be improved upon in so many ways.

It's also important to remember that s'mores don't always have to be made over an open fire. Your broiler, toaster oven or air fryer are also great options for roasting up a golden-brown marshmallows.

S’mores are super sweet, so adding a bit of salty flavor is a great way to balance out the flavors. In this upgraded version of the classic, we swap in chocolate chip cookies for the graham crackers and add a crisp potato chip in the middle. It’s a combination of textures and flavors that will totally redefine what you love about the classic s’more.

If you’re looking for a healthier version of a classic s’more, this version is a great way to lighten things up without sacrificing flavor. The coconut cream stands in for marshmallows while the homemade dark chocolate-hazelnut spread is creamy and decadent. We love that they’re dairy-free with no added sugar.

The favorite fireside treat gets upgraded to the next level with this fun spin. Instead of sandwiching your s’mores between graham crackers, use gooey marshmallow cereal treats. We keep these on the larger side to make grilling them easier. Best of all, you can make them ahead and unpack them at your campsite when your fire is ready to go.

There’s no need for graham crackers in this cute s’more recipe. Chocolate sandwich cookies are the perfect place to house a toasted, gooey marshmallow and melted chocolate. And thanks to your broiler, you can stay inside and skip the campfire, which means you can make this dessert no matter what the weather looks like outside.

If you’re looking for a sweet way to upgrade the traditional s’more, try slathering the graham crackers with toffee first. The caramelized sweetness of the toffee perfectly complements the charring on the marshmallow. It’s like a homemade candy bar combined with the perfect summer s’more.

This enhanced version of the classic s’more is inspired by Elvis’s famous sandwiches. The bacon adds saltiness, the peanut butter amplifies the crunch factor and the bananas add to the gooeyness. Instead of making it over an open fire this version gets cooked up in the air fryer.

Combining two of the best summer treats into one dessert is a fantastic idea. That’s why we love this frozen s’more recipe that incorporates ice cream with marshmallows that get toasted in the oven and topped with creamy chocolate spread. It’s a cold and creamy upgrade to the traditional s’more that kids and adults alike are guaranteed to love.

It’s fair to say that s’mores and peanut butter and jelly are two of the most classic American sandwich combinations — so why not put them together? This epic version of the classic s’more takes the nutty flavor from peanut butter and fresh, fruity sweetness from strawberries. It’s juicy, chewy and creamy all at the same time.

Caramel and banana make this s’more taste more like a fancy dessert than a campfire treat. Ready in just five minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to make an impressive dessert that’s perfect for kids and adults alike.

Making homemade marshmallows is a fun baking project that can be used in so many different ways. In this version we’re piling the s’mores high with homemade marshmallows, reese’s and banana slices. It’s nutty, chocolatey, creamy and super sweet.

This fun recipe is a spin on two different Girl Scout cookies. The coconut, chocolate and caramel is reminiscent of Samoas, while the peanut butter reminds us of Do-Si-Dos. It’s a great way to upgrade s’mores with other sweet flavors to add a bit of complexity.

Adding bourbon, vermouth and grenadine to the marshmallow mixture in this recipe makes the sweetness taste just a little deeper, darker and more nuanced. A grown-up version of the traditional treat, this is an interesting way to put a fun spin on the recipe. Top it off with M&M candies for extra crunch and sweetness.