S'more Ice Cream Sandwiches are my frozen take on the campfire classic: layers of chocolate, coffee, and vanilla ice cream folded with torched marshmallows, frozen solid, then sliced into squares and sandwiched between two graham crackers. They are the showstopper dessert for a Labor Day backyard bash, and you make them entirely ahead. If you love an ice cream sandwich, my Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches are a must, my S'mores Bars scratch the same s'mores itch, and you will find more cold treats in my roundup of the 8 Best Ice Cream Desserts.
S'more Ice Cream Sandwiches at a Glance
- 🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes active, plus at least 6 hours to freeze solid
- 👪 Servings: 9 sandwiches
- 🍝 Cuisine Type: American (Dessert)
- 🧂 Flavor Profile: Layers of chocolate, coffee, and vanilla ice cream shot through with torched marshmallow, all pressed between honey graham crackers
- 📖 Dietary Info: Contains gluten and dairy; vegetarian
- 📦 Storage Notes: A fully make-ahead dessert; wrap each sandwich in parchment then foil and freeze up to 2 weeks; let sit 1 minute before biting
- ⭐Why You'll Love It: All the flavor of a campfire s'more with zero campfire. You build it entirely ahead, the torched marshmallow swirls through three kinds of ice cream, and slicing it into sandwiches makes it party-ready. It is the ultimate make-ahead summer dessert.
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Why I Love This Recipe
Labor day is just a hop, skip and a jump away and we need to go big. I'm talking a giant blow out backyard bash that's going to be the most epic feast you'll see all summer. We'll get to the savory part of the menu shortly... but until then it's all about S'more Ice Cream Sandwiches!
Here's the deal. It's layers of chocolate ice cream, coffee ice cream and then vanilla ice cream mixed with torched marshmallows. Once that's all frozen together, you just slice up some squares, sandwich them between 2 graham crackers and you're done. Doesn't get more delicious and summery than that!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Chocolate Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups Coffee Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups Vanilla Bean Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups large marshmallows
- 9 large Graham Crackers
Substitutions & Swaps
🍦 Ice Cream
- Chocolate, coffee, vanilla (called for) - The three-layer combo that tastes most like a s'more with a grown-up coffee note
- All chocolate - Skip the layering for a faster, kid-friendly version
- Cookies and cream or rocky road - Lean into the s'mores vibe with chunks built in
- Dairy-free ice cream - Coconut or oat-based pints work for a dairy-free batch
🍪 Cookie or Cracker
- Graham crackers (called for) - The classic s'more base; sturdy enough to hold the ice cream
- Chocolate graham crackers - Doubles down on the chocolate
- Chocolate chip cookies - Soft cookies make it more decadent and less crunchy
- Chocolate wafers - Thin and crisp for a more classic ice cream sandwich bite
🔥 Marshmallow
- Large marshmallows (called for) - Torch them for that signature campfire char
- Marshmallow fluff - Easier to swirl through the softened ice cream
- Mini marshmallows - Quicker to toast and distribute more evenly
➕ Add-Ins
- Chopped chocolate or fudge ripple - Folds extra chocolate into the layers
- Crushed graham crackers in the ice cream - Adds texture and reinforces the s'more flavor
- Flaky salt - A pinch over the marshmallow balances the sweetness
- Dip the edges in chocolate - Roll the assembled sandwich edges in melted chocolate or mini chips
🍦🔥🍪 Tips & Tricks for the Best S'more Ice Cream Sandwiches
Torched marshmallow, three creamy layers, all made ahead
- Soften the ice cream just enough to spread. Let it sit until it is spreadable but not soupy; fully melted ice cream loses its structure and refreezes icy.
- Line your pan with parchment overhang. Leaving flaps on two sides lets you lift the whole frozen slab out cleanly before slicing.
- Freeze each layer before adding the next. A short freeze between the chocolate, coffee, and vanilla keeps the layers distinct instead of blurring together.
- Torch the marshmallows before folding them in. Char them on a sheet pan or skewer, let them cool slightly, then swirl through the softened vanilla layer.
- Freeze the slab rock solid before slicing. At least 6 hours, ideally overnight; a soft slab smears instead of cutting into clean squares.
- Slice with a hot, dry knife. Run the blade under hot water and wipe it between cuts for sharp, clean edges.
- Work fast once it is sliced. Sandwich each square between graham crackers right after cutting, then return them to the freezer immediately.
- Wrap each one individually. Parchment then foil prevents freezer burn and makes them grab-and-go for a party.
- Use premium ice cream for cleaner slices. Denser, lower-air pints hold their shape far better than cheap, airy ones.
- Let them sit one minute before serving. A short rest softens the graham crackers just enough to bite without the ice cream squishing out.
FAQs
What is a s'more ice cream sandwich?
A s'more ice cream sandwich is a frozen dessert that layers ice cream and torched marshmallows, freezes it solid, then sandwiches a sliced square between two graham crackers. This version uses chocolate, coffee, and vanilla ice cream for a campfire-inspired flavor. It is a make-ahead twist on the classic s'more.
Can I make these ahead and freeze them?
Yes, they are designed to be made entirely ahead. Wrap each assembled sandwich tightly in parchment and then foil, and freeze for up to 2 weeks. Let them sit for a minute before serving so the graham crackers are easier to bite.
How do I toast marshmallows without a torch?
Spread the marshmallows on a sheet pan and broil for 30 to 60 seconds until golden, watching closely. A kitchen torch gives more control if you have one. Let them cool slightly before folding into the softened ice cream.
Can I use store-bought ice cream?
Definitely, store-bought ice cream is exactly what this recipe calls for. Just soften it enough to fold in the marshmallows and layer it, then refreeze. Premium brands with less air hold their shape better when sliced.
How do I slice ice cream sandwiches cleanly?
Freeze the ice cream layers rock solid, then cut with a knife warmed under hot water and wiped dry between cuts. Work quickly so the ice cream does not melt. Sandwich each square between graham crackers right after slicing.
S’more Ice Cream Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chocolate Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups Coffee Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups Vanilla Bean Ice Cream softened
- 2 cups large marshmallows
- 9 large Graham Crackers
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper making sure the edges come up on two sides.
- Cut the large marshmallows into pieces and using a kitchen torch, torch them until just charred. Place the softened vanilla ice cream into a large bowl and mix in the marshmallows.
- Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly in the lined pan and place in the freeze for 20 minutes. Remove and add the coffee layer. Freeze for 20 minutes. Remove and add the chocolate layer. Freeze overnight.
- Break the graham crackers in half so that you have 18 squares.
- Using the edges of the parchment paper, lift the ice cream on to a clean surface.
- Slice the ice cream into 9 equal squares and sandwich between two graham cracker squares.
- Place the ice cream sandwiches back in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before serving.
love these!
What I'd do for one of these right now in this heat (sigh)...so good!!
This sounds like a winner!
Why have I never thought of this????
A little slice of heaven!