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S’mores trifle cup layered with chocolate pudding, whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs, marshmallows, and chocolate chunks in a dessert cup

S’mores Trifle Cup Easy No-Bake Dessert Recipe - A Fast, Fun Treat

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Cups

Ingredients
  

  • Graham cracker base: 10–12 full graham cracker sheets (about 1 1/2 cups crushed) + 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional for richer crumbs)
  • Chocolate layer: 1 (5.1 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix + 3 cups cold milk (or follow package directions)
  • Marshmallow layer: 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme (also called marshmallow fluff)
  • Whipped topping: 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
  • Chocolate: 1 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate bars
  • Garnish (optional): Mini marshmallows, crushed graham cracker crumbs, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce
  • Pinch of salt: Optional, to balance the sweetness

Instructions
 

  • Crush the graham crackers: Place crackers in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until you have fine crumbs with a few small pieces. For a richer base, stir in the melted butter and a tiny pinch of salt. Set aside.
  • Mix the pudding: In a large bowl, whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until thick and smooth, about 2 minutes. Let it sit for 5 minutes to set.
  • Lighten the marshmallow layer: In another bowl, gently fold 1 cup of the whipped cream into the marshmallow creme. This makes it fluffier and easier to layer.
  • Prep your cups or dish: Use 6–8 clear serving cups, small mason jars, or a medium trifle bowl. Clear dishes show off the layers.
  • Start layering: Add a layer of graham cracker crumbs to the bottom (about 2 tablespoons for cups, more for a large bowl). Press lightly with a spoon to even it out.
  • Add chocolate: Spoon in a layer of chocolate pudding. Sprinkle a few mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate on top for texture.
  • Add marshmallow fluff: Spoon or pipe a layer of the marshmallow-whip mixture. If it’s sticky, lightly oil your spoon or use a piping bag for clean layers.
  • Repeat: Continue layering graham crumbs, pudding, and marshmallow until you reach the top. Finish with a swirl of the remaining whipped cream.
  • Top it off: Garnish with mini marshmallows, more crumbs, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. A quick torch on the mini marshmallows adds a toasted look if you have one.
  • Chill (recommended): Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to help the layers set and the crumbs soften slightly. You can serve right away if you’re short on time.