Dessert

Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups Recipe

ByElla Hart June 9, 2026June 9, 2026

Introduction

This Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups recipe combines creamy chocolate pudding with crunchy graham cracker crust and gooey marshmallow topping. Perfect for a cozy dessert, it comes together quickly without turning on your oven. Enjoy a classic campfire treat in a simple, elegant cup.

The image shows a dessert in a clear glass cup with four layers. The bottom layer is creamy and pale beige, smooth in texture. Above it is a thick dark brown chocolate layer, rich and dense. The third layer consists of small crunchy pieces in a light golden brown color, scattered evenly. The top layer is dark chocolate mousse, shiny and thick, spread evenly. On top sit large white marshmallows, some toasted with golden-brown spots, arranged closely together, filling the cup. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
2 tbsp butter
2 cups marshmallows

Instructions

Step 1: In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Heat over medium, bringing to a gentle boil while stirring frequently.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Slowly pour in some of the hot milk mixture into the eggs to temper, whisking constantly.
Step 3: Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring until the pudding thickens. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Melt butter and combine with crushed graham crackers. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your serving cups to form the crust.
Step 5: Spoon the warm chocolate pudding over the graham cracker crust in each cup.
Step 6: Top the pudding with remaining crushed graham crackers and marshmallows. Chill the cups in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
Step 7: When ready to serve, place the pudding cups under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to toast the marshmallows until golden. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

Tips & Variations

Use mini marshmallows for a more even toasting and easier layering on top.
For a richer pudding, substitute 1/2 cup of milk with heavy cream.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the pudding for added depth of flavor.
If you don’t have a broiler, use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows safely.

Storage

Store any leftover pudding cups covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, add the marshmallows and toast just before serving to keep them fresh and gooey. Reheat briefly in the microwave if needed, but avoid reheating after toasting marshmallows.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a three-layered dessert in a clear glass container. The bottom layer is a smooth, light beige cream, followed by a crunchy golden brown layer of crumbled bits. The top layer is a rich, creamy chocolate mousse, deep brown in color and smooth in texture. On top, there are large white marshmallows, some toasted with golden brown and slightly charred spots, adding contrast. The dessert is placed on a white marbled surface, and in the background, there are similar desserts slightly out of focus. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dessert ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the pudding and crust layers a day in advance and keep them refrigerated. Add and toast the marshmallows just before serving to maintain their texture.

Is it possible to make this recipe without eggs?

Yes, you can use a store-bought eggless chocolate pudding mix or a cornstarch-based pudding recipe without eggs as a substitute. The texture will be slightly different but still delicious.