This S’mores Parfait Recipe layers chocolate pudding, graham crackers, and marshmallow cream for an easy, no-bake dessert. A fun, budget-friendly treat perfect for parties, kids, or summer nights!
Why You’ll Love S’mores Parfait Recipe!
S’mores Parfaits are one of my favorite desserts when I want something fun without spending a lot or turning on the oven or building a campfire!
We used inexpensive ingredients like pudding mix, graham crackers, and marshmallows, pantry ingredients I usually already have on hand. Layered in cups or jars, they feel special and festive even though they’re incredibly easy and affordable to make.
It’s the kind of dessert that looks impressive but keeps the grocery bill low. If you love parfait recipes, make sure to check out this Easy Fruit and Yogurt Parfait.
Ingredients
- Graham Crackers – Crush graham crackers in a ziplock bag or buy them already crushed
- Melted Butter – We used unsalted butter
- Chocolate Pudding Mix – Make sure to use instant pudding mix
- Milk – We used whole milk
- Marshmallow Creme – For a creamy layer
- Mini Marshmallows – Topping. You can even top with semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Hershey bars – For garnish
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How to Make S’mores Parfait
Step 1 – Whisk chocolate pudding according to box directions.
Step 2 – Transfer chocolate pudding to piping bag for easy assembly. Transfer the marshmallow creme to a separate piping bag. It doesn’t really matter which tip you use, the piping bags just make it easy and less messy. Now it’s time to assemble parfaits.
Step 3 – Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter.
Step 4 –Spoon a layer of graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of each glass or serving container.
Step 5 – Pipe a layer of chocolate pudding into each mason jars on top of the graham crackers. Each layer will be about ¼ cup.
Step 6 – Pipe a layer of marshmallow into each container on top of the pudding layer.
Step 7 – Repeat with another layer of chocolate pudding and top with the mini marshmallows in each of the dishes.
Step 8 – Garnish each serving with a square of chocolate bar and serve. You can chill these parfait cups for up to 48 hours before serving.
S’Mores Parfait
Ingredients
- 15 Graham Crackers crushed
- 3 tbsp melted Butter
- (1) 3.4 oz box Chocolate Pudding
- 2 cups Milk
- 7 oz Marshmallow Creme
- 1.5 cups mini marshmallows
- Hershey bars for garnish
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Instructions
- Prepare 1 box (3.4 oz) chocolate pudding according to the package directions using 2 cups milk.
- Transfer the prepared pudding to a piping bag.
- Transfer 7 oz marshmallow creme to a separate piping bag.
- In a small bowl, combine 15 crushed graham crackers with 3 tablespoons melted butter and stir until evenly mixed.
- Divide half of the graham cracker mixture evenly among 8 serving containers, creating the first layer.
- Pipe a layer of chocolate pudding into each container.
- Pipe a layer of marshmallow creme into each container.
- Divide the remaining graham cracker mixture evenly among the containers to create a second graham cracker layer.
- Pipe another layer of chocolate pudding into each container.
- Top each serving with mini marshmallows.
- Garnish each serving with a square of Hershey's chocolate bar.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
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Recipe Notes
- Piping Bag – We recommend using a piping bag to layer the chocolate and marshmallow cream in the glass.
- Toasted Marshmallow – Another fun touch to this treat is to use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows.
- Mini Chocolate Chips
- Large Marshmallow
- Greek Yogurt
- Shredded Coconut
- Sprinkles
- Whipped Topping
Nutrition Facts
Serving Suggestions
We love serving smores for many different occasion. The treat is perfect to serve all year long. Layer the ingredients in a clear glass or wine glass so that you can see the layers. My kids love when I make it when they have friends over.
Frequently Asked Questions
This dessert will last about 3-4 days if stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can prepare this parfait in advance but I would wait to add the toppings when you are about to serve it.
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