Don't have a firepit or fire to cook s'mores? Making s'mores inside is easy, I'll show you how to make s mores in the oven that are ready to eat in just 10 minutes!

[This recipe was originally posted in July 2017. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]
How will these s'mores make your life easier?
S'mores are one of the most quintessential summer desserts. They're the perfect camping dessert, along with Skillet Peach Cobbler. But they're also delicious over a firepit or even made inside.
Heating up the oven may be a bit too much during the summer. I get that. Someone recently asked me is it safe to roast marshmallows over a gas stove? Yes, as long as you use your common sense. Marshmallows roasted on the stove are delicious.
And you can totally roast them over an electric or gas stove. Just make sure to 1. only keep the burner on when you're cooking your marshmallow 2. Hold your marshmallow about an inch or more from the coil or flame. Yes they can burn and catch on fire quickly if you cook over an electric stove's coil.
If indoor 'roasting' marshmallows for s mores doesn't sound good, try this Skillet Peach Crumble for One or Berry Yogurt Popsicles.
What makes them so good?
- Graham crackers
- Marshmallows
- Dark chocolate squares
- Optional Toppings: berries, peanut butter cups, banana, swap graham crackers for chocolate chip cookies
How to make s mores in the oven

This method is best if you like golden brown marshmallows for s'mores.
Move oven rack to 2nd to top level, you don't want it right up to the top or it'll burn easily. And if you use a baking mat-it can blister and burn. Turn oven on to broil setting. Set out all your ingredients so they're ready to go when your hot marshmallows come out of the oven. Place 2 large marshmallows on a baking sheet covered by a baking mat or parchment paper.
Place your baking sheet in the oven, check for doneness frequently. They can cook quickly depending on your oven. If they're getting too brown too fast, leave oven door open about an inch. Remove when they've hit your desired browned-ness.

Place one square of chocolate and desired toppings (berries, banana, peanut butter cup, etc) on one graham cracker square, place marshmallow on top and cover with 2nd graham cracker. Repeat with 2nd marshmallow. Enjoy. You can also swap the graham crackers for chocolate chip cookies!

This is a really easy 'recipe' to double, triple, or make extras of. Usually choose one square of chocolate (to cover one square of graham cracker) and cover with another graham cracker square.
How to Make S Mores on the Stove

This method is best if you like charred marshmallows for s'mores.
You can 'roast s'mores over an electric or gas stove. But I don't think you could use an inversion stove.
Turn stove to high, wait until coils (if electric) are red hot or flame is consistent on a gas stove. Spear marshmallow with a fork to roast over stove. Roast until desired doneness.
Place chocolate and desired toppings on graham crackers, place marshmallow on top and cover with 2nd graham cracker. Enjoy.
Expert tips
- Broil marshmallows on the 2nd highest rack for a golden brown or roast them on the stove (this can work with an electric coil or gas stove) for charred mallows. It's up to you!
- Check marshmallows often because they can burn quickly.
- If cooking over a stove, hold marshmallow about an inch from flame or coil for a very brown marshmallow, hold about 2 inches for a slower cooking marshmallow that gets lightly browned.
FAQ
can you roast marshmallows over a gas stove
Yes! This is my favorite method, you can get really nice charred marshmallows this way. Scroll up to get instructions to cook your s'mores over a gas stove.
can you roast marshmallows over a candle
Yes! I used to do this as a kid. It will take some time, you do have to be careful. And most importantly, DO NOT ROAST MARSHMALLOWS OVER A SCENTED CANDLE. It will taste like that candle, and even if it's a vanilla scented candle, it will not taste good. Take my word for it.
how do you make smores at home without fire?
Here are your 3 options: Broil marshmallows in the oven, roast marshmallows on the stovetop (you can use gas or electric coils to cook them), or over a candle-but not a scented one. Oven and stovetop are my recommended methods. The oven method is better for golden brown ones, stovetop is better if you like them charred.
what can you use instead of graham crackers for smores?
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES. That's it: it's either graham crackers or cookies.
Can you roast marshmallows on stovetop?
This is my favorite way to cook marshmallows. You can find directions above 3 sections up. Stovetop is the best way if you like charred marshmallows.

What can I make with leftover ingredients?
- Graham Crackers: Use as a pie crust or snack (they're great dipped in this Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip)
- Marshmallows: Check out these marshmallow recipes from Taste of Home.
- Chocolate bar: Melt it for Chocolate Dipped Oreos or Strawberries.
Did you make these s mores in the oven? Leave me a comment & rating to share how they turned out!
How to make s mores in the oven
Equipment
- small baking sheet
Ingredients
- 2 graham crackers
- 2 large marshmallows
- 2 squares dark chocolate or your favorite chocolate bar
- Optional Toppings: berries, peanut butter cups, banana, swap graham crackers for chocolate chip cookies
Instructions
- Move oven rack to 2nd to top level. Turn oven to broil. Set out all ingredients. Place marshmallows on a baking sheet covered by a baking mat or parchment paper. OR you can roast them over your stove...
- Place baking sheet in oven, check in 3 minutes, then again in 5 depending on how long your oven has been heating up. Remove when they've hit your desired browned-ness.
- If roasting them over your stove, turn stove on to high, wait until coils (if electric) are red hot or flame is consistent on a gas stove. Spear marshmallow with a fork to roast over stove. Roast until desired doneness.
- Place chocolate and desired toppings on graham crackers, place marshmallow on top and cover with 2nd graham cracker. Enjoy.
Video
Notes
- Broil marshmallows on the 2nd highest rack for a golden brown or roast them on the stove (this can work with an electric coil or gas stove) for charred mallows. It's up to you!
- Check marshmallows often because they can burn quickly.
- If cooking over a stove, hold marshmallow about an inch from flame or coil for a very brown marshmallow, hold about 2 inches for a slower cooking marshmallow that gets lightly browned.
- Berries: raspberries are my absolute favorite topping, but blueberries and strawberries are also delicious
- Banana: take it a step farther by roasting your banana. Or just slice thinly to cover your chocolate square. It's like a banana split but without the melty ice cream.
- Chocolate covered peanut butter cups: ok, again dark chocolate fiend here, Trader Joe's dark chocolate peanut butter cups are all I need in life, you can also totally use Reese's. A smear of peanut butter is also so great.
- BONUS: chocolate chip cookies. Instead of graham crackers, top a delicious chocolate chip cookie with your mallow and fruit.
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sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
I don't have an outdoor grill but I do have a gas stove, this is genius! And I'm a dark chocolate girl all the way 🙂
Rebecca says
Me too! YUM
Tina Dawson says
I know what you mean - milk chocolate on smores, too much of a sugar rush. But dark chocolate on the otherhand, the nice, rich bittersweet kind, ooo yumm!
Rebecca says
Way more complex flavor! I agree
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
I know my nieces and nephews would enjoy these s'mores, but I confess - I've never liked them. Too sweet for me. One perfectly toasted marshmallow over an open fire (or gas stovetop) and I'm happy!
Rebecca says
haha! I have to admit, a perfectly toasted mallow is quite amazing!
Janette | Culinary Ginger says
The toppings are such a fun and delicious idea.
Rebecca says
Thanks Janette! toppings make s'mores
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
I love making indoor s'mores. Our favorite combination is graham crackers, a charred marshmallow and a Reese's Peanut butter cup. It's divine!
Rebecca says
Me too! and yes, such a great combo! The PB is such a salty & creamy addition
Ali from Home & Plate says
What great ideas to change up your smore. My kids would love the peanut butter cups. I would go for the raspberries. Delish!
Rebecca says
Thanks Ali! Yes, and the raspberries are amazing!
Thao @ In Good Flavor says
I have never done peanut s'mores with peanut butter—I don't know why the heck not because once I've tried it, I know there is no going back! Sitting by the fire is fun, but I hate the lingering sooty smell on me too.
Rebecca says
I know, right?! it's one of those 'duh' moments for sure! and ugh that smell it sticks to you so bad
Abbey Sharp says
Chocolate covered peanut butter cups as a topping?! YES PLEASE. Now I can have smores all the time, no matter the season!
Rebecca says
I know right?! especially when they're Trader Joe's. and yes, you're welcome 😉
Jessica @ Small Bites by Jessica says
Love those topping ideas! Chocolate chip cookie s'mores sound outrageously good! 😀
Rebecca says
I know, right?! heaven
Lauren Grant | Zestful Kitchen says
Love that we can have s'mores all year-round with these ideas!