Smashed Prune S’mores

All the S’mores Flavor, No Campfire Required There’s a lot to love about a classic s’more: crisp graham crackers, gooey marshmallow and plenty of chocolate. These Prune S’mores from Jaine Mackievicz keep all of that nostalgic goodness, then add California Prunes for an extra layer of rich, chewy flavor.

Pressed into a thin layer, the prunes sit between the graham crackers and marshmallow fluff, bringing their naturally sweet, slightly tart flavor and fudge-like texture to every bite. Dark chocolate on top keeps things rich without tipping too far into overly sweet territory.

And because there’s no fire involved, you can make them anytime the craving hits.

Why California Prunes Work So Well in S’mores

California Prunes are soft, sticky and satisfyingly chewy, which makes them a natural fit for layered treats like these. When pressed flat, they create an almost fudgy layer that holds its own next to fluffy marshmallow and melted chocolate.

Their gentle tartness is just as important. It cuts through the sweetness of the marshmallow fluff and chocolate, giving the finished s’more a little more balance while still delivering that familiar graham-cracker-and-marshmallow flavor everyone expects.

Easy to Assemble, Easy to Share

These s’mores come together in just a few simple steps: flatten the prunes, layer them on graham crackers, add marshmallow fluff and melted chocolate, then finish with broken graham cracker pieces on top.

A short chill helps the chocolate set while the marshmallow stays soft, giving you the best mix of creamy, chewy and crisp textures.

They’re also easy to batch, which makes them a fun choice for parties, movie nights or any occasion where traditional s’mores would be delicious but an open flame would be decidedly less convenient.

Best Enjoyed Fresh

These are at their best once the chocolate has just set and the marshmallow is still soft and pillowy. If you do have leftovers, keep them refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days.

The graham crackers will soften a bit over time, but that only pushes the whole thing even further into chewy, chocolatey dessert territory.

Classic s’mores will always have their place, but this version proves a little California Prune can make a familiar favorite even more satisfying.

Smashed Prune S’mores

Jaine Mackievicz

These easy-to-batch s’mores, no fire involved, are all about the way California Prunes can make almost any snack better with their fudge-like quality: soft, rich, sticky, and chewy. Pressed into a thin layer, they sit between graham crackers, marshmallow fluff, and dark chocolate, bringing just enough tartness to cut through the sweetness and keep the s’mores balanced, but still showcasing that nostalgic taste we all love.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 minute min

Chill Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 26 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

• Parchment paper
• Small sheet pan
• Heatproof bowl
• Microwave

Ingredients

 

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• 12 pitted California Prunes about 120 g
• 4 graham cracker sheets about 90 g
• ¾ to 1 cup marshmallow fluff about 90 to 120 g
• 4 tablespoons dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate about 45 g

Instructions

 

• Flatten the prunes. Place 3 California Prunes close together on a sheet of parchment paper, slightly overlapping. Fold the parchment over them and gently press with the bottom of a sturdy glass or flat-bottomed measuring cup until the prunes flatten into a cluster. Repeat with the remaining prunes to make 4 clusters total. Use a spatula to transfer each cluster to a clean sheet of parchment.
• Prepare the graham crackers. Line a small sheet pan with parchment paper. Break each graham cracker sheet in half and arrange 4 halves on the prepared pan.
• Layer the s’mores. Place one flattened prune cluster on each graham cracker half. Divide the marshmallow fluff evenly among them. Use about ¾ cup total for a neater s’more or the full cup for a more generous layer.
• Melt the chocolate. Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until just melted. This should take less than 1 minute total. Stop heating as soon as the chocolate is smooth and fluid.
• Add the chocolate. Spoon the melted chocolate over the marshmallow and prune layers, dividing it evenly among the 4 s’mores.
• Finish with graham crackers. Break the remaining 4 graham cracker halves into rough pieces and scatter them over the top.
• Chill and serve. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes, or until the chocolate is just set. Serve while the marshmallow is still soft.

Notes

Storage

Store Prune S’mores in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The graham crackers will soften over time.

Recipe Note

For easier scooping, dip your spoon in hot water between scoops of marshmallow fluff.

Keyword s’more snacks, s’mores, smashed date s’mores, smashed prune s’mores

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