Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes! You can refrigerate the dough for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 2 months. Just let it soften slightly before scooping and baking.

What kind of graham crackers are vegan?

Not all graham crackers are vegan —many contain honey. Look for brands like Nabisco Original , Kroger brand , or Nairn’s Oat Grahams that are honey-free, or check labels for “vegan” certification.

My marshmallows didn’t melt—what happened?

Some vegan marshmallows tend to hold their shape more than traditional ones. To help them melt, cut them in half and gently press into the dough before baking. You can also try flattening them slightly or baking a minute or two longer.

How do I keep the marshmallows from oozing too much?

Make sure to tuck them into the center of each dough ball and lightly cover them with dough. This helps prevent them from melting out onto the baking sheet.

Can I use mini vegan marshmallows instead of cutting full-sized ones?

Yes! Mini vegan marshmallows are a great shortcut. You can mix them directly into the dough or press a few into the tops of each cookie before baking for a gooey effect.

Why are my cookies spreading too much?

This can happen if your butter is too soft or the dough is too warm. Try chilling the dough for 60 minutes before baking to help control spread. Also, make sure your baking soda is fresh.

Vegan S'mores Cookies

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Incredible graham cracker cookie dough filled with chocolate chunks and a single, gooey marshmallow. The perfect campfire cookie!

Author: Lyndsey Hiltner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 18 3-inch Cookies 1x
Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1 cup vegan butter, softened slightly

3/4 cup light brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon nondairy milk

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup graham cracker crumbs*

2 cups all purpose flour

1 cup nondairy chocolate chips or dark chocolate chunks

9 vegan marshmallows, cut in half*

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Instructions

Cream Butter & Sugar: Add vegan butter to a large bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Add light brown sugar, granulated sugar, nondairy milk and vanilla to the bowl and beat until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
Make Cookie Dough: Add baking soda and salt to the bowl and beat until distributed throughout. Pour in the graham cracker crumbs and all purpose flour and continue beating until cookie dough comes together. Do not over-mix. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Scoop: Using a 3 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough into balls, placing them on a baking sheet as you work. Press a marshmallow half into the center of each ball of dough, cupping the dough around the sides of the marshmallow. Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and set in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place prepared balls of cookie dough on the sheet at least 2 inches apart. Bake cookies on center rack of preheated oven for 12-14 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Notes

*Cookies will keep in an airtight container stored at room temperature for 2-3 days or can be frozen for up to 1 month.

*Lots of pre-made graham cracker crumb brands are naturally vegan. The only ingredient you really need to look out for is honey. If it doesn’t bother you to use honey, go for it! If you can’t find graham cracker crumbs you can always make your own by tossing whole crackers into a food processor.

*Traditional marshmallows contain gelatin which is an animal-derived ingredient. Fortunately, there are now many vegan brands out there! My favorites are Dandies and Trader Joe's brand.

*I know having to refrigerate cookie dough can be a real bummer but it is totally necessary for this recipe. Do not skip! 1 hour is enough but overnight works best.

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