Peeps Skillet Smores

The first time I brought this to a dinner party, my friends actually laughed out loud. But five minutes later, everyone was fighting over the last gooey bite with graham crackers. It turns out that treating Peeps like a serious ingredient is the most fun you can have with dessert.

My kids discovered this accidentally when we had leftover Easter candy and a craving for something warm and chocolatey. Now it is our go to whenever we need instant happiness in dessert form.

Ingredients

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips: The backbone of this dessert and using high quality chocolate makes all the difference in the final flavor
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter: Helps the chocolate melt into that perfectly dippable consistency we all love
• 18 Peeps marshmallow chicks or bunnies: Any color works but mixing pink yellow and blue makes this extra festive and fun
• 12 graham crackers broken into pieces: The classic vessel for scooping up all that melted chocolate and marshmallow goodness

Instructions

Preheat your oven:

Set it to 400°F so we can get that perfect toasted marshmallow exterior quickly and evenly

Melt the chocolate base:

Place chocolate chips and butter in your 10-inch oven-safe skillet and bake for 3 to 4 minutes until mostly melted then give it a gentle stir

Arrange the Peeps:

Create a single layer of marshmallow chicks or bunnies over the chocolate like a colorful blanket covering every inch

Toast to perfection:

Bake for 4 to 6 minutes watching closely until Peeps puff up and turn golden brown because they go from perfect to burned fast

Let it rest briefly:

Cool for 2 to 3 minutes so everything sets slightly and makes dipping easier and less messy

Dive in together:

Serve immediately with graham cracker pieces and let everyone scoop up their own perfect combination

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This became our Easter tradition after the year we had way too many marshmallow chicks and not enough ideas. Something about seeing those colorful faces emerge from the oven all puffy and golden makes everyone smile before they even take a bite.

Making It Your Own

Once you master the basic version you will start seeing possibilities everywhere. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt over the chocolate layer adds this sophisticated touch that cuts through all the sweetness beautifully.

The Perfect Dippers

Regular graham crackers are classic but chocolate or honey graham crackers add another flavor dimension. I have even used shortbread cookies and vanilla wafers when that was what we had in the pantry.

Serving Strategy

Put the skillet right in the middle of the table and let people go to town. Something about the communal nature of dipping into the same pan makes this dessert feel like a party.

• Have extra dippers ready because people always want more than they think
• Serve with spoons for anyone who wants to skip the crackers entirely
• The skillet stays hot so protect your table with a trivet

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There is something magical about turning those little marshmallow treats into a restaurant style dessert that brings out the kid in everyone at the table.

Recipe FAQ

→ Can I make this ahead of time?

Best served immediately while warm and gooey. The chocolate will firm as it cools, though you can gently reheat.

→ What other chocolates work well?

Milk chocolate creates a sweeter profile, while dark chocolate balances the sugary Peeps. White chocolate also creates a colorful contrast.

→ Can I use regular marshmallows instead?

Absolutely. Traditional marshmallows will toast beautifully, though you'll lose the playful colors Peeps provide.

→ How do I prevent burning?

Watch closely during the final 4–6 minutes. Peeps can brown quickly due to their sugar coating.

→ What else can I use for dipping?

Vanilla wafers, pretzels, fresh strawberries, or even potato chips add fun textures and flavors.