22 Fun S’mores-Bar Dessert Recipes for New Year That Crowd Love

Posted on December 12, 2025

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Introduction

S’mores bars make every New Year gathering feel warmer. They’re simple, crowd-friendly, and always spark that nostalgic campfire feeling. This collection brings fun twists—some fruity, some crunchy, some rich—while staying easy enough for beginners. They slice clean, travel well, and taste great warm or chilled. Let’s jump into these festive treats.

1. Classic Gooey New Year S’mores Bars

A simple slice with soft marshmallows and melty chocolate.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar; press into pan.
  3. Bake 8 minutes.
  4. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  5. Bake 8–10 minutes until golden.
  6. Cool fully before slicing.

How to Serve It

Dust lightly with powdered sugar.

2. Peanut Butter Drizzle S’mores Bars

Peanut butter adds creamy richness.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven at 350°F.
  2. Bake crust for 8 minutes.
  3. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  4. Warm peanut butter, drizzle on top.
  5. Bake 10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add one last thin drizzle on cooled bars.

3. Salted Caramel S’mores Bars

Caramel brings a deeper sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chunks
  • 3 cups marshmallows
  • Pinch flaky salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust 8 minutes.
  3. Spread caramel.
  4. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  5. Bake 8–10 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle salt and cool.

How to Serve It

Slightly warm for soft caramel texture.

4. Dark Chocolate Espresso S’mores Bars

A deeper flavor with a touch of espresso.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups dark chocolate
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate, sprinkle espresso.
  4. Add marshmallows and bake 10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Dust a tiny pinch of espresso powder on top.

5. Cookies-and-Cream S’mores Bars

Cookies add crunch and a familiar flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped chocolate sandwich cookies
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven at 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add white chocolate.
  4. Add marshmallows and cookies.
  5. Bake 8–10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Sprinkle extra crushed cookies on top.

6. Berry Burst S’mores Bars

Berry jam adds fruitiness and color.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup berry jam
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven at 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Spread berry jam.
  4. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  5. Bake until toasted.

How to Serve It

Serve chilled for a sharper berry flavor.

7. Nutella Swirl S’mores Bars

Nutella blends smoothly into every bite.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 1/2 cup Nutella
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate.
  4. Warm Nutella and swirl in.
  5. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Add a drizzle of Nutella after cooling.

8. Pretzel Crunch S’mores Bars

A salty crunch balances sweet layers.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup crushed pretzels
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate and pretzels.
  4. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Top with extra pretzels for crunch.

9. Toasted Coconut S’mores Bars

Coconut brings a gentle, sweet aroma.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup toasted coconut
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven at 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate, marshmallows, coconut.
  4. Bake until toasted.

How to Serve It

Add a final sprinkle of coconut.

10. White Chocolate Cranberry S’mores Bars

A festive mix perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups white chocolate
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add white chocolate and cranberries.
  3. Add marshmallows and bake 10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Slice when chilled.

11. Almond Crunch S’mores Bars

Almonds add a nice crunch and aroma.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Oven at 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  4. Sprinkle almonds.
  5. Bake until golden.

How to Serve It

Sprinkle extra almonds just before serving.

12. Banana Chocolate Chunk S’mores Bars

Banana adds softness and sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 sliced banana
  • 2 cups chocolate chunks
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust at 350°F.
  2. Layer banana slices.
  3. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  4. Bake 10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Serve warm for softer banana texture.

13. Maple Marshmallow S’mores Bars

A cozy maple note deepens the flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Drizzle maple syrup.
  3. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  4. Bake until lightly toasted.

How to Serve It

Add a final maple drizzle when cooled.

14. Strawberry Shortcake S’mores Bars

A lighter, fruity twist.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup diced strawberries
  • 2 cups white chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add strawberries and white chocolate.
  3. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Chill so the fruit sets cleanly.

15. Mocha Chip S’mores Bars

Mocha flavor adds warmth.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups mocha chips or chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate and espresso.
  4. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Add a few chocolate-covered espresso beans.

16. Raspberry Cheesecake S’mores Bars

A creamy, fruity blend.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup raspberry jam
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Spread softened cream cheese.
  3. Swirl jam.
  4. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  5. Bake 10 minutes.

How to Serve It

Serve slightly chilled.

17. Triple Chocolate S’mores Bars

A chocolate-lovers dream slice.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk chocolate
  • 1 cup dark chocolate
  • 1 cup white chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add all chocolates.
  3. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Add chocolate shavings.

18. Pistachio Chocolate S’mores Bars

Pistachios give color and crunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat to 350°F.
  2. Bake crust.
  3. Add chocolate and nuts.
  4. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Top with extra pistachios.

19. Caramel Apple S’mores Bars

A warm fall-meets-winter fusion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 thinly sliced apple
  • 1 cup caramel
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add apple slices.
  3. Add caramel and chocolate.
  4. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Best served warm.

20. Mint Chocolate S’mores Bars

A refreshing twist that works well chilled.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups mint chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add mint chocolate.
  3. Add marshmallows and bake.

How to Serve It

Serve chilled for a stronger mint flavor.

21. Churro-Style Cinnamon Sugar S’mores Bars

A warm cinnamon twist that feels festive.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add chocolate.
  3. Add marshmallows and bake.
  4. Mix cinnamon sugar and sprinkle on top.

How to Serve It

Serve slightly warm so the topping clings well.

22. New Year Firecracker S’mores Bars

A fun, party-ready version full of color.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups chocolate
  • 3 cups marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Bake crust.
  2. Add chocolate and marshmallows.
  3. Bake 10 minutes.
  4. Add sprinkles while warm.

How to Serve It

Perfect for festive dessert platters.

Conclusion

S’mores bars bring a relaxed holiday vibe to any New Year celebration. With these 22 variations, you have options for fruity flavors, creamy layers, crunchy textures, and colorful party themes. Keep a few chilled for later or warm them briefly before serving. Share the platter, enjoy the sweetness, and let everyone grab their favorite bite.

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