Brie and Prosciutto with Honey Drizzle
This gourmet version transforms your traditional campfire treat into something you’d find at a fancy wine bar. Elevate your campfire snack with creamy brie, salty prosciutto, and a drizzle of honey, creating the perfect balance between savory and sweet flavors. The crispy graham crackers add the perfect crunch, while the melted brie brings a buttery richness. It’s like a fancy charcuterie board, but handheld!
The melted cheese creates an indulgent base while the thin prosciutto adds that perfect salty element. I went with prosciutto for its thin texture, which makes it easy to manage as a smore component. The honey drizzle brings everything together with just enough sweetness to complement the rich flavors without overwhelming them.
Blue Cheese and Fig Jam
If you love bold flavors, this one’s for you! The strong, tangy taste of blue cheese is perfectly balanced by the sweet richness of fig jam, creating a decadent, restaurant-worthy campfire treat. This isn’t for the faint of heart – blue cheese lovers will absolutely go crazy for this sophisticated combination.
The contrast between the pungent cheese and sweet fig creates an explosion of flavors that develops beautifully when warmed. Pair With: A handful of toasted pecans or almonds for a delicious crunch. This version feels incredibly upscale and would be perfect for impressing guests who think they’ve tried everything.
Smoked Gouda with Caramelized Onions
Smoky, melty gouda and sweet, caramelized onions take this savory s’more to a whole new level. The flavors are deep, rich, and perfect for cool nights around the fire. The smokiness of the gouda pairs incredibly well with the sweetness that develops when onions are slowly caramelized to perfection.
This combination feels like sophisticated comfort food at its finest. How to Caramelize Onions at Camp: Cook sliced onions in a foil packet with butter over the fire for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The prep work is minimal but the payoff is huge – these flavors meld together beautifully and create something truly special.
Mediterranean Goat Cheese Tower
For a Mediterranean-inspired twist, spread goat cheese on a toasted graham cracker, then layer in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. This version brings bright, fresh flavors that transport you straight to the Italian countryside. The tangy goat cheese provides a creamy base while the sun-dried tomatoes add concentrated umami flavor.
Fresh basil leaves bring an aromatic element that elevates this beyond typical campfire food. The Mediterranean flavors work surprisingly well with the toasted cracker base, creating something that feels both rustic and refined. This version is perfect for those who prefer lighter, brighter flavors over heavy, rich combinations.
Pizza-Inspired Mozzarella Delight
For something a bit more themed, there could be a Pizza Bagel Board, featuring bagel chips, tomato sauce, chunks of mozzarella, and possibly a basil pesto or basil leaves. This playful version brings everyone’s favorite pizza flavors to the campfire in a completely new way. The melted mozzarella gets beautifully gooey and stretchy when heated.
These simple margarita s’mores by Chelsie Collins at Good Food are essentially just adult lunchables – what’s not to love? Collins suggests dipping these pizza-inspired creations in tomato sauce for an even better result. Kids especially love this version because it feels familiar yet exciting at the same time.
Spicy Jalapeño and Pepper Jack
For those who like their food with a kick, this combination brings the heat in the most delicious way possible. Besides Babybel rounds and brie, try Trader Joe’s creamy brie, goat cheese, smoked gouda, or pepper jack for a spicy kick! The pepper jack cheese provides a creamy base with built-in heat, while fresh or pickled jalapeños amp up the spice level even more.
The heat from the peppers gets mellowed slightly when everything is warmed together, creating a perfect balance. This version pairs wonderfully with a cold beverage and is perfect for those who find regular s’mores too mild. Likewise, heat things up with a roasted jalapeño or spicy mustard. The contrast between the cool evening air and the warm, spicy treat creates an unforgettable experience.
Bacon and Everything Bagel Seasoning
This version takes the best parts of a weekend brunch and transforms them into campfire magic. Besides crunchy toasts and nut-studded crackers, you can just as easily use Ritz or old-school saltines with a spread of strawberry jam, Creole mustard, or peanut butter, plus thin slices of salami or bacon (an undersung ingredient for superlative s’mores). Crispy bacon adds that perfect smoky, salty element that everyone craves.
Add a small spoonful of fig jam (or your jam of choice), a drizzle of hot honey, and a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning. The everything bagel seasoning brings those familiar breakfast flavors – garlic, onion, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds – that make this version incredibly addictive. This combination feels indulgent and satisfying in a way that regular sweet s’mores just can’t match.
Herbed Cream Cheese with Cucumber
This refreshing version offers a lighter alternative that’s perfect for warmer evenings or when you want something that won’t leave you feeling too full. Go vegetarian by using sliced avocado or fire-roasted mushrooms instead of deli meat. The herbed cream cheese provides a creamy, tangy base while thin cucumber slices add that perfect fresh crunch.
Fresh herbs like dill, chives, or parsley bring bright flavors that complement the mild cucumber perfectly. This version feels almost spa-like in its freshness and is a great palate cleanser between richer options. Just like any charcuterie, your Savory Smores can include apples, grapes, olives, pickles, pears, berries, and even grilled veggies. The combination proves that savory s’mores can be both indulgent and refreshing at the same time.
The Viral TikTok Revolution
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through TikTok, you’ve probably seen the latest food trend taking over social media: savory s’mores. This trend has absolutely exploded across social media platforms, with users sharing countless creative variations and inspiring others to try their own combinations. The same thing happened when we first heard about the TikTok viral savory s’mores. It turns out the genius of savory s’mores is swapping out the marshmallow for something else entirely – and it’s something entirely delicious: cheese.
These little bites of melty, cheesy, salty goodness are the perfect campfire classic for your next campfire adventure. Think of them as the lovechild of your favorite charcuterie board and a traditional s’more. The beauty lies in the endless possibilities for customization – In short, there are no rules in savory s’more making, so don’t be afraid to get creative. Social media has turned this from a quirky experiment into a legitimate food movement that’s changing how people think about campfire cooking. At some point in 2022, after months of firepit entertaining and one too many servings of graham crackers, Hershey’s, and marshmallows, I began to ponder whether it might be possible to “adultify” the s’more. Some experimentation followed, and fast-forward to one day last fall, when we invited some friends over and unveiled our subversive “s’morgasbord.” The chorus of oohs and aahs that resulted proved this was an idea whose time had come. Who would have thought that something so simple could create such a delicious revolution around campfires everywhere?
