If you want the campfire s’mores experience without the smoke or bugs, this Traeger s’mores dip is an easy, crowd-pleasing solution. Rich melted chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and crunchy graham crackers combine in a single skillet for a dessert that’s perfect for parties, backyard get-togethers, or a cozy night in.
The silky chocolate layer and tender marshmallow topping recreate the best parts of a classic s’more but with less fuss. Ready in about 20–25 minutes, this recipe feeds a crowd, requires few ingredients, and can be served with a variety of dippers — graham crackers, cookies, pretzels, or fruit all work great.
Why This Recipe Works
- One-skillet, mess-free preparation—everything melts and finishes in the same pan.
- Butter and heavy cream add a luscious, fudgy texture to the chocolate that stays dippable as it cools.
- The Traeger heats evenly and melts the ingredients quickly for a reliable result every time.
- Requires just a handful of pantry ingredients, so it’s budget-friendly and fast.
- Versatile dippers: graham crackers are classic, but cookies, pretzels, and fruit are delicious alternatives.
- A cast-iron skillet holds heat well, helping the chocolate melt uniformly and stay warm longer.
Ingredients
Gather the following ingredients before you start. See the recipe card below for exact amounts.
- Butter — unsalted works best to control saltiness while adding richness.
- Milk chocolate — bars melt smoothly; semi-sweet or milk chocolate are both excellent choices.
- Heavy cream — keeps the chocolate smooth, creamy, and easy to dip even after cooling.
- Marshmallows — regular-size marshmallows melt evenly across the top; mini marshmallows can be used too.
- Graham crackers — sturdy and mild-flavored, ideal for scooping the dip.
How To Make It
For the full printable recipe card, see the recipe section below. The basics are quick and simple:
- Preheat the Traeger (see recipe card for temperature).
- Place a cast-iron skillet on the grill and melt the butter.
- Add chopped chocolate and heavy cream, then remove the skillet from the heat and let the chocolate begin to soften.
- Return the skillet to the grill and stir gently until the chocolate and cream are smooth and combined.
- Top with marshmallows and cook until they melt and puff to your preferred color.
- Serve immediately with graham crackers, cookies, or other dippers.
Tip: Letting the chocolate sit briefly off the heat as it softens prevents scorching, and stirring in the marshmallows at the end creates an extra gooey, candy-like filling.
Melt the butter in the skillet over the heated grill.
Add the chocolate and cream, then remove from heat so the chocolate softens slowly.
- Return to heat and stir until the chocolate mixture is uniform and glossy.
- Top with marshmallows and allow them to melt and brown to your liking.
- Serve with graham crackers, Oreos, or other dippers.
Stir the cream and chocolate until perfectly smooth before adding marshmallows.
Top with marshmallows and heat just until they melt; watch closely to avoid burning.
Tips For Success
- Use chocolate bars if possible: they usually melt creamier than chips. Chop them small for even melting.
- Low and slow melting: Chocolate burns easily, so moderate heat and removing the skillet while chocolate softens help prevent scorch.
- Mini marshmallows are fine: If you prefer or can’t find large marshmallows, minis will melt quickly but won’t puff as much.
- Watch the marshmallows: They can go from golden to burnt very fast, so stay attentive.
- Cut marshmallows in half: This reduces over-puffing and prevents spillover from the skillet.
- Stir in the marshmallows if you like extra goo: Folding the melted marshmallow into the chocolate produces a decadent, candy-bar-like center.
FAQ
Plan on about 8–15 minutes of cooking time, depending on how browned you want the marshmallows.
Graham crackers and Oreos are classic. You can also serve apple slices, strawberries, vanilla wafers, or gingersnaps.
Yes — dark, milk, white, or flavored chocolate can all be used, though melting characteristics vary slightly between types.
🛠 Tools and Equipment
A 10-inch cast-iron skillet works especially well for this recipe. Silicone spatulas and a sturdy set of dippers will make serving easier.
What Else Is Cooking?
- Try other dessert recipes like deep-dish cookie bowls or chocolate chip oatmeal cookies for more warm, shareable treats.
- For savory one-pot sides, hearty baked beans are an easy crowd-pleasing option at BBQs and gatherings.
Wrap Up
This Traeger s’mores dip delivers nostalgic campfire flavor with minimal fuss. It’s a reliable, shareable dessert for any season — comforting in winter and a hit at summer cookouts. Keep this recipe handy for quick entertaining and easy dessert wins.
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Traeger S’mores Dip
This Traeger s’mores dip combines melted chocolate and marshmallows for a warm, dippable dessert. Adding cream keeps the chocolate smooth as it cools.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 16 ounces milk chocolate, finely chopped (or 2 cups milk chocolate chips)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 package marshmallows
- 2 sleeves of graham crackers
Instructions
- Preheat the pellet grill to 425°F.
- Place a 10-inch skillet on the hot grill and swirl in the butter until melted.
- Add the chocolate and cream, then remove the skillet from heat and let sit 2–3 minutes.
- Return the skillet to the heat and stir until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Top with marshmallows, close the lid, and cook 8–10 minutes until marshmallows melt (12–15 minutes for golden brown).
- Serve with graham crackers, Oreo cookies, or other dippers.
- Optional: stir the melted marshmallows into the chocolate for an extra-gooey dip.
Notes
Chocolate bars usually melt creamier than chips; chop bars before melting. Removing the skillet as chocolate softens helps avoid burning. For an 8-inch skillet, reduce chocolate to 12 ounces and cream to 3 tablespoons.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
Calories: 298 • Total Fat: 18g • Saturated Fat: 11g • Cholesterol: 23mg • Sodium: 70mg • Carbohydrates: 30g • Fiber: 2g • Sugar: 25g • Protein: 4g