Spiked S’mores Pie

Buttery graham cracker crust and marshmallow meringue are both good foils for rich bourbon-spiked ganache in this S’mores-inspired pie.

Spiked S'mores Pie

If you’ve been reading this blog for very long, then you know I love a spiked dessert. This Spiked S’mores Pie is a special one. It doesn’t take very long to make and the ingredients are simple. You can even replace the bourbon with your spirit of choice, but I recommend you try it with bourbon first. The oak and caramel notes lend beautiful depth of flavor.

Spiked S'mores Pie

Fall is in full swing here, complete with the yearly sniffles I get when the weather changes. It’s a mild inconvenience considering the months to come of lovely cool temperatures and glorious color.  But I still need my creature comforts. Chocolate ganache spiked with bourbon and miles of toasted marshmallow is a cure-all, I tell ya!

Spiked S'mores Pie
Spiked S'mores Pie

There’s a reason for the high ratio of fluffy-toasty marshmallow to the more modest layer of rich, dense chocolate ganache.  It strikes a balance!  And the graham crust is essential – you can’t have a proper S’mores Pie without graham cracker in the mix, right? 

There’s not a lot of time investment in making this pie, but you’ll have to wait around for the chocolate ganache to set. If you’re impatient like me, you can stick it in the freezer to speed things up. A chef’s torch will make quick work of toasting the meringue, but if you don’t have one, 2 minutes under the broiler will give it a nice color.

Spiked S'mores Pie

This pie is rich, which makes it a wonderful end to a dinner party paired with strong coffee.

Spiked S’mores Pie

Heather Baird
Three simple components come together to make this pie deliciously well balanced. Buttery graham cracker crust and marshmallow meringue are both good foils for rich bourbon-spiked ganache.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Ingredients
 
 

Crust

  • 1 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tbsp. sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup butter melted

Bourbon ganache

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 18 oz. semisweet chocolate evenly chopped into fine pieces (you can also use chips
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. bourbon

Marshmallow meringue

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 7 oz. jar of marshmallow creme
  • 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 chocolate bar
  • 1 whole graham cracker

Instructions
 

Crust

  • Whisk together crumbs, sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Add melted butter and stir until mixture resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan or spring-form pan. Set aside.

Bourbon ganache

  • Heat the heavy cream in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until very hot but not boiling. You may also heat the cream in a heat-proof bowl in the microwave at 1 minute intervals.
  • Remove cream from heat source and pour in the chocolate. Let stand for 3 minutes. Whisk until chocolate has melted and mixture is completely smooth. Whisk in bourbon. Pour mixture over the graham cracker crust and refrigerate several hours until set (or store in the freezer for quicker setting time).

Marshmallow meringue

  • Beat egg whites, vanilla and salt at high speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar 1 tbsp at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Beat in 1/4 of the marshmallow creme. Repeat with remaining creme until meringue is well mixed and fluffy. Fold in mini marshmallows with a rubber spatula.
  • Heap meringue in the middle of the pie and swirl with the back of a spoon or spatula. Brown with a kitchen torch. You may also brown in the oven on the “broil” setting, but be sure to watch it constantly so the meringue does not burn.
  • Keep refrigerated. Garnish with chocolate bar and whole graham cracker. Bring slices to room temperature before serving.
Keyword bourbon, champagne ganache, graham cracker crust, marshmallow meringue, S’mores
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!


Supplies:

BonJour Creme Brulee Chef’s Culinary Torch with Fuel Gauge, Brushed Aluminum

Ghirardelli Chocolate Baking Chips, Semi-Sweet Chocolate, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6)

Fluff, Marshmallow Sprd, (1) 7.5-Ounce Jar

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Cinnamon and Thyme
Cinnamon and Thyme
11 years ago

Gorgeous <3!

Heather
Heather
11 years ago

Mountain of Marshmallowy Magnificence! Love the addition of booze to make it "grown up"!

Anonymous
Anonymous
11 years ago

That looks scrumptious!! Amazing!!

Anonymous
Anonymous
11 years ago

seriously?! I will say it … everything that you post makes my mouth water. and is beautiful. thanks for sharing (everything) and i can't wait to try this one! you are BRILLIANT. seriously awesome.

Rosa's Yummy Yums
Rosa's Yummy Yums
11 years ago

OMG, that is A BOMB! What a fabulous pie. I love your autumn pictures.

Cheers,

Rosa

iamgretch
iamgretch
11 years ago

Is there another way to do it without the whites…they always freak me out! I so want to make this though!

Roxy
Roxy
11 years ago

Looks fabulous. I recently made s'more cookies which was a mission because I had to track down graham crackers in London. Definitely worth the hunt and now I can make this with the rest, yay!

Heather Baird
Heather Baird
11 years ago

@imagretch if you have an egg allergy, you could just top the pie with the marshmallow cream and toast it – but if it's the raw egg whites that are making you nervous then I'd suggest getting powdered egg whites. They are pasteurized and you can mix up the amount for three and replace fresh egg whites in this recipe.

Hope this helps! (Thanks!)
xxoo

Heather (Heather's Dish)
Heather (Heather's Dish)
11 years ago

i'll take a little extra bourbon…maybe on the side 😉 looks amazing!

Raquel
Raquel
11 years ago

Oh Heather this recipe is absolutely amazing!
I love your pics, they look great as always!

I went to the states one month ago and I bought your book, I love it!!!! 🙂

My CuteCakes

Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar
11 years ago

This is so pretty! Love this idea!

La Table De Nana
La Table De Nana
11 years ago

Beautiful..I will be buying your book..You're amazing.

Julie (pharmbelle85)
Julie (pharmbelle85)
11 years ago

This sounds so perfect for a cool autumn night. What an awesome way to do S'mores!

Cookbook Queen
Cookbook Queen
11 years ago

Heather this is just beautiful!! And I LOOOOVE your boots!!

Meagan @ Scarletta Bakes
Meagan @ Scarletta Bakes
11 years ago

Woah. My brain seriously just fell out of my HEAD looking at this pie. I love that it's so pretty, I love that it's spiked, I just LOVE IT. And I LOVE YOUR BOOTS!!!!!!

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

Every single recipe that you post looks so absolutely amazing. I could really use some of that pie right now.

Dana
Dana
11 years ago

This is a ridiculously good looking pie. Got to love a spiked pie. I made a grasshopper one not too long ago

Averie @ Averie Cooks
Averie @ Averie Cooks
11 years ago

It's such a work of art! And the Bourbon ganache sounds heavenly and all mixed with smores…Heather, it's stunning!

Erica
Erica
11 years ago

This looks DELICIOUS! I'm definitely going to try this one!
Erica xo

http://www.sushiturtlesandlife.blogspot.com
Visit if you'd like to enter my vintage giveaway!

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

Oh my goodness, this looks divine. Loving the height and the sound of the bourbon ganache too. And the cake stand is awesome too!

-Lisa.
Sweet 2 Eat Baking

Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
11 years ago

Love that super thick marshmallow layer! Looks mouthwatering!

Angelyn
Angelyn
11 years ago

Oh my!! That looks AMAZING!

spicyicecream
spicyicecream
11 years ago

Wowzers. That looks incredible! Beautiful photos!

Lynna
Lynna
11 years ago

This pie looks INCREDIBLE. 😀 What a fabulous dessert.

Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
11 years ago

Mmmmmmmmm. The ultimate s'mores creation

girlsgonescrappin
girlsgonescrappin
11 years ago

The pie looks amazing….but even more, who makes the cake stand….I must have this.

Thanks
Donna

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

this is amazing my family will flip when i bake this haha……. i am from down under in OZ land xx

Elizabeth - SugarHero.com
Elizabeth - SugarHero.com
11 years ago

Aaaah I love that first photo. I want to dive headfirst into the meringue…is that wrong?

thelittleloaf
thelittleloaf
11 years ago

OMG, I need this in my life!

Alex, Speaking Denglish
Alex, Speaking Denglish
11 years ago

Are you kidding? This is gorgeous!

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

L'aspetto di questo dolce è strepitoso, complimenti davvero!!!

Jennifer
Jennifer
11 years ago

This is amazing…as per usual : )

Eidilia
Eidilia
11 years ago

Not only do I want the pie, I want your dog (I'm allergic, sadly) and you must tell us where you got those fabulous boots! You are truly an amazing food artist!

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

My goodness this looks absolutely fantastic! Never have I wanted to stuff my face with toasted marshmallow more than right now 🙂

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

Wow. So pretty!

Elizabeth
Elizabeth
11 years ago

LOVE marshmallows!

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

Only you can elevate the humble camp fire sm'ores to a whole new level!!

Barbara | Creative Culinary
Barbara | Creative Culinary
11 years ago

A woman after my own heart. I can hardly think chocolate anymore without finding a way to add some bourbon. This really moves my favorite Girl Scout treat to a new adult level! Gorgeous.

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

OMG, I love this!!! and all of your photos are beautiful! 🙂

United Cakedom
United Cakedom
11 years ago

Yum yum yum!!

Caramel Cookie
Caramel Cookie
11 years ago

That looks scrumptious!!

Anonymous
Anonymous
11 years ago

S'mores & Bourbon? Yes please!

Jenna@LittleKitchenBigFlavors
Jenna@LittleKitchenBigFlavors
11 years ago

What a showstopper!! Adding this to my lists of must-makes!

We Are Not Martha
We Are Not Martha
11 years ago

Probably the most stunning pie I've ever seen!!

And I love those boots!!!

Sues

Tracy
Tracy
11 years ago

Bourbon ganache, I'm in!

Nicki
Nicki
11 years ago

How. AWESOME. Is. This. Pie! *drool*

Unknown
Unknown
11 years ago

Well doesn't that just look amazing. I'm going to have to try this out next weekend!

The Bearfoot Baker
The Bearfoot Baker
11 years ago

I have never heard of S'mores Pie but, it looks incredible! Can't wait to make it so I am adding it to my Pinterest now:)

Beglaubigte Übersetzung
Beglaubigte Übersetzung
11 years ago

Wow! Looks great! The pie reminds me on a cake I had a few years ago in Budapest. Will try making it myself ; )

Lora
Lora
11 years ago

Is it wrong that I want to take a nap on that delectable marshmallow cloud?