S’mores Pie

This s’mores pie is a sophisticated s’more that deems to be eaten with a fork. It includes the components of a traditional s’more updated into a modern pie!

I didn’t go camping much as a kid. Okay, to be honest, I didn’t go camping at all.

I saw camping as a series of inconveniences and too much of a challenge to prepare for. 

However, I do love campfires, bonfires, and all other opportunities that permit marshmallow roasting.

Oh, how I loved s’mores growing up. It was a staple at any sleep-over party. It was required at any 4th of July barbecue or picnic.

Most of all, s’mores meant school was out and summer was in session.

Chocolate Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

This s’mores pie is a sophisticated s’more that deems to be eaten with a fork. It includes all the components of a traditional s’more but updated and revamped for the adults.

While this pie would work for parties, I think children would prefer making real s’mores. If you decide to serve this pie to only those 21+, I say spike the chocolate mousse with a little whiskey.

Graham Crust Crust

This recipe uses a lot more graham crackers than usual to make the crust. I wanted the crust to be thick and substantial but it is a major component of s’mores.

Use the flat bottom of a heavy drinking glass to smooth the bottom and sides of the crust. The bottom of measuring cups works well too.  Make sure the crust goes all the way to the top of the pan.

Chocolate Mousse Filling

Traditionally, I would make my s’mores with Hershey’s milk chocolate bar. But over the years, I have leaned more and more towards dark chocolate.  

Since the chocolate mousse would be considerably lightened with whipped cream, I used more twice as much more dark chocolate than milk chocolate.

It helps to keep the milky chocolatey flavor without overpowering with the bitter taste often associated with dark chocolate.

It’s best to chop your chocolate into small pieces to allow for easy and even melting. Once the chocolate is smooth and melted, let it cool for a couple of minutes so it does not melt the whipped cream.

Add the whipped cream in small batches to chocolate. Doing so will ensure that cream gets thoroughly incorporated.

Chocolate Pie Assembly

Pour the chocolate mousse into the prepared graham cracker crust. The mousse shouldn’t reach to the top. Smooth it out with a mini offset spatula.

Then add as much mini marshmallows that can comfortably fit in the pie. Pat the marshmallows down into the mousse to make sure they adhere.

Let the s’mores pie chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours before slicing and serving.

And then comes my favorite part– use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows before serving.

Interested in more s’mores treats? Here are some favorites:

• S’mores Ice Cream Bars
• Matcha Red Bean S’mores
• S’mores Fudge Bars