Looking for a colorful and easy Easter dessert that's guaranteed to make everyone smile? These Easter Peep S'mores Two Ways are a sweet twist on the classic campfire favorite-made with everyone's favorite sugar-coated marshmallow chicks and bunnies!
Whether you bake them up bubbly in a skillet for a shareable treat, or sandwich them between graham crackers the old-fashioned way, this recipe is just plain fun. It's festive, it's gooey, and it's practically begging to be the star of your Easter dessert table.
Every spring, when Peeps start popping up in grocery aisles, I know it's time to break out this recipe. I've been making it for years as an Easter weekend treat, and it never fails to get that "oh my gosh!" reaction from kids and adults alike. If you're hosting brunch, setting up a dessert table, or just want a quick treat that brings the holiday spirit, this one's for you.
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The ingredients
Peeps: Find these classic marshmallow cuties in grocery stores, big box retailers, or online. Around Easter, you'll see chicks, bunnies, eggs-even sparkly or rainbow varieties. Any shape or color will work!
Hershey's Kisses: Classic milk chocolate Kisses are nostalgic and easy to portion, but you can swap in chocolate squares, mini bars, or even white chocolate for variety.
Graham Crackers: Honey is classic, but chocolate grahams or cinnamon grahams add a fun twist. Gluten-free varieties also work well.
Step-by-Step Instructions for the Peep S'Mores
Skillet Easter Peep S'mores
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Layer chocolate: Unwrap Kisses and place them in a single layer in your cast iron skillet.
- Add Peeps: Nestle your pastel Peeps over the chocolate, arranging them closely for a festive look.
- Bake for 7-10 minutes, until Peeps are puffed and just golden on top. Keep a close eye toward the end!
- Serve hot with graham crackers for scooping and sharing.
Classic Peep S'mores Sandwiches
- Classic Peep S'mores (Oven Method)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet: Line it with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Assemble the base: Break graham crackers into squares and place half of them on the baking sheet. Top each with 3-4 Hershey's Kisses (or a few chocolate pieces).
- Add the Peeps: Place one Peep on top of the chocolate on each cracker.
- Bake for 5-6 minutes, just until the Peeps start to puff and the chocolate is softened. Keep an eye on them-the sugar coating on Peeps can brown quickly!
- Top and press: Remove from the oven, immediately top each s'more with another graham cracker square, and gently press to sandwich everything together.
- Let them cool slightly before serving-just enough so they're warm and gooey, but not too hot to handle.
Tips for the Best Easter S'mores
- Use brightly colored Peeps: Mix and match for a festive, pastel presentation that screams "spring!"
- Don't overbake: Peeps can go from toasted to too-toasty quickly. Check after 7 minutes in the oven.
- Prep ahead: Assemble all your ingredients beforehand so you can pull it together in minutes.
- Add a drizzle: Melted chocolate or caramel sauce makes this extra decadent and pretty on a platter.
Variations
- Easter Dessert Board: Make a s'mores board with different kinds of Peeps, chocolate types, graham crackers, and toppings (think crushed candy eggs or sprinkles!).
- Peanut Butter Lovers: Add a thin layer of peanut butter or Nutella on the graham cracker base.
- Add crunch: Sprinkle crushed pretzels, toffee bits, or mini candy eggs on the melted chocolate layer.
- Spring Party Dip: Serve the skillet version with dippers like shortbread cookies, strawberries, or waffle cones for an interactive treat.
Storage
- Skillet version: Best eaten warm, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat in the oven until gooey.
- Classic sandwiches: Best made fresh, but you can prep the components ahead for quick assembly.
FAQ
Can I use different types of Peeps?
Yes! Use chicks, bunnies, eggs-any shape will work. You can even use flavored Peeps for something fun like cotton candy or fruit punch.
What chocolate is best?
Milk chocolate is classic, but dark, white, or even peanut butter-filled chocolates work beautifully.
Recipe
Easter Peep S'mores Two Ways
Equipment
- 1 small cast iron skillet (6-8 inches)
- Oven or toaster oven
- Heatproof spatula or spoon
- oven
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 package of Peeps chicks, bunnies-any Easter shape!
- 1 sleeve of graham crackers
- 1 bag of Hershey's Kisses or any meltable chocolate
Instructions
Skillet Peep S'mores
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Unwrap your Hershey's Kisses and arrange them in a single layer in your cast iron skillet. You want to cover the bottom with chocolate.
- Arrange the Peeps in a single layer on top of the chocolate. You can squish them close together-they look cute that way!
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the Peeps are puffed and lightly golden on top. Watch closely around the 7-minute mark so they don't over-toast.
- Serve immediately with graham crackers on the side for scooping and dipping.
Classic Peep S'mores
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line it with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Break graham crackers into squares and place half of them on the baking sheet. Top each with 1-2 Hershey's Kisses (or a few chocolate pieces).
- Place one Peep on top of the chocolate on each cracker.
- Bake for 5-6 minutes, just until the Peeps start to puff and the chocolate is softened. Keep an eye on them-the sugar coating on Peeps can brown quickly!
- Remove from the oven, immediately top each s'more with another graham cracker square, and gently press to sandwich everything together.
- Let them cool slightly before serving-just enough so they're warm and gooey, but not too hot to handle.
Notes
- Hosting Easter brunch? Prep the skillet in advance and pop it in the oven just before dessert is served.
- Want to package this up? Make mini sandwich-style s'mores and wrap them in wax paper to tuck into Easter baskets.
- Make it pretty: Add edible flower petals or pastel sprinkles on top before serving for a sweet spring vibe.
Sophie Viau says
This recipe is pure joy in dessert form. It’s playful, colorful, and instantly brings that Easter feeling into your kitchen. I love seeing the Peeps puff up in the oven, and the way the chocolate melts perfectly underneath? Heaven.