S’more Scones

It doesn’t have to be National S’mores Day to make and enjoy this easy scone recipe with graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate.

Also try chocolate chunk pecan pie and carrot blueberry muffins, raspberry white chocolate muffins, and white chocolate raspberry scones.

Why You’ll Love It

Simple: You only need 10 ingredients to make this sweet scone recipe and there is nothing difficult, so it’s an ideal choice even for baking beginners.
Tasty: There’s nothing not to love about this unusual scones recipe. If you’re a s’mores fan, I’m sure you’re going to enjoy the flavour of these little treats.
Popular: Planning a party or celebration? S’more scones are always really popular, so you might even want to double up for a bigger batch. These are sure to disappear very fast.

S’mores Graham Cracker Scones Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

All purpose flour: Provides the base structure of the scones.
Graham cracker crumbs: Add classic flavor and texture to the dough.
Baking powder: Helps the scones rise and stay fluffy.
Butter: Cold butter gives the scones a tender, flaky crumb.
Cream: Adds richness and moisture to the dough.
Lemon juice: Reacts with baking powder for a lighter texture.
Vanilla extract: Enhances the s’mores flavor.
Chocolate chunks: Melt into gooey pockets throughout the scones.
Mini marshmallows: Add sweetness and that signature campfire taste.
Optional toppings: Add visual appeal and more texture.

How to Make Scones with S’mores

For more detailed instructions, with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Combine the scone dough ingredients: Mix the cream, lemon juice and vanilla in one bowl and the flour, crushed graham crackers, baking powder and salt in another.
Mix in more ingredients: Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork and then add the cream mixture to the flour mixture, and add the chocolate and marshmallows too.
Prepare the dough: Once the ingredients are combined, ball up the dough, roll it out, and cut into squares.
Cook the s’more scones: Bake them in the oven on a parchment paper lined baking sheet until golden brown.
Add the finishing touches: Drizzle the top of the scones with melted milk or dark chocolate and add graham cracker crumbs and marshmallow sprinkles too, if liked.

Substitutions and Variations

Make it gluten free: Use a 1:1 gluten free flour blend and certified gluten free graham crackers.
Swap the chocolate: Use white chocolate or peanut butter chips for variety.
Add spices: Mix in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy twist.
Make minis: Cut smaller portions for bite-sized treats.

Serving Suggestions

With a drink: Enjoy state fair lemonade, a shaken oat milk espresso or elderflower mojito with your s’mores scones.
With some more s’mores! Pair them with s’mores cheesecake.
With brunch: These make a tasty sweet contrast with savory brunch items like breakfast burritos or this pie iron breakfast crunchwrap.

How to Store S’more Scones

Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for 2 or 3 days at room temperature.
Freeze: Another option is to freeze them. They’ll last for 2 or 3 months in the freezer. After that, they’re still safe to eat but they won’t taste quite as good.
Thaw: Defrost overnight in the fridge.