Description
Rich, creamy S’mores Cheesecake layered with a buttery graham cracker crust, toasted marshmallows, and warm fudge topping. A decadent dessert that brings campfire flavor indoors.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
5 Tbsp melted unsalted butter
¾ cup mini chocolate morsels
1 cup marshmallows
Cheesecake:
32 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
2 eggs
¾ cup heavy cream
¾ cup white granulated sugar
2 Tbsp corn starch
2 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
10 oz hot fudge topping, warmed
2 cups marshmallows
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla in a bowl.
3. Press mixture into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
4. Evenly sprinkle mini chocolate morsels and marshmallows over crust.
5. In a mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
6. Add sugar and cornstarch, mix until combined.
7. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
8. Add sour cream, vanilla, and heavy cream; mix until fully incorporated.
9. Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top.
10. Wrap the pan in heavy-duty foil and place it in a large roasting pan.
11. Add hot water to the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the springform sides.
12. Bake for 90–95 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
13. Turn off oven, crack oven door, and let rest 10 minutes.
14. Remove and cool 10 minutes on counter, then run knife around edges to release.
15. Cool for 1 hour, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
16. Warm hot fudge and spread over the chilled cheesecake.
17. Top with marshmallows, broil for 30–35 seconds until toasted.
18. Cool slightly, then chill again before serving.
Notes
To avoid cracks, don’t overbake or rush cooling.
Use a water bath for best texture.
Marshmallows toast quickly—watch them closely under the broiler.
Let cheesecake sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American