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So, you had the idea you needed cute Halloween s'mores, but now you are freaked out because you need something stupidly-easy that doesn't require any decorating finesse. Well, my creepy freak, Frankie's got you with these adorable vegan Halloween s'mores that will help you get through several tedious days of your neighbor's lovely skeleton robot that randomly does a blood-curdling scream every so often.
Recipe tips tailored to what matters most to you:
Graham crackers and pretzel sticks are both wheat, so swap gluten-free versions in for each.
Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-20 second bursts, stirring between each one, instead of setting up a double boiler.
The green coating is nothing but powdered sugar, coloring, and plant milk, so there's no reason to buy a bag of candy melting wafers for these.
If artificial dye isn't your thing, India Tree or Whole Foods 365 natural colorings get you the same Frankenstein green.
Kinnikinnick S'moreables are the vegan graham cracker to hunt down here, and the rest of the list is regular supermarket stuff.
Chilling the pops before coating locks in the filling and keeps the stick secure for a cleaner dip and stable finish.
Parchment paper is your best friend here. Skip it and you'll end up with chocolate-welded pops stuck to the tray.
Have everything prepped and ready before you start dipping. You've got a short window to get eyes and bolts on before the coating firms up.
Oodles more tips, step-by-step recipe photos, info on weird ingredients, and FAQs are all still here. I just tucked 'em out of the way so you can start cooking sooner.
Perfect for Halloween parties and trick-or-treater bribery, these pops hold up great in the fridge and can be made in batches ahead of time. Plus, decorating them is low-key fun, even if your piping game is more "abstract ghoul" than "ghastly precision."
Whether you've got kiddos to entertain or just wanna flex your sweet treat decorating skills for an office party, this 100% vegan Halloween s'more recipe is the final nail in the coffin without any actual baking required.
These turned out so cute! Fun to make and yummy. I microwaved my chocolate chips in a disposable decorating bag, so I was able to pipe without having to transfer the chocolate. I used Dandies marshmallows and they were perfect.
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🥰Why you'll adore this vegan Halloween s'mores recipe
👀 Cuteness Overload: Candy eyeballs, chocolate hair, and pretzel bolts? These guys are practically begging for a photo shoot before they get devoured.
💪 Vegan AF: Like all my vegan Halloween recipes, these Frankenstein pops don't include dairy, gelatin, any spooky bones, or eye of newt. It's just chocolatey-crunchy joy in a costume.
🎃 Party Hero: These can be made ahead and kept chilled until showtime.
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🧟♂️ Frankenstein Halloween s'mores ingredients
The Marshmallows
When my kids were little, I was (uh, and still am) best friends with Sara Sohn of Sweet and Sara Marshmallows. One of my girls' fondest memories growing up was visiting her marshmallow factory, where she would let them run wild, filling up bags with vegan rice Krispies treats and other goodies.
Sadly, she closed her biz down years ago, but it's awesome that marshmallows free of gelatin are now pretty mainstream. Choose a brand like Dandies from Chicago Vegan Foods, or the even cheaper, and just as good ones from Trader Joe's that are absolutely indistinguishable from non-vegetarian marshmallows, without having to melt down a gosh darn horse or whatever.
The Graham Crackers
These form the structural sandwich layers and add a toasty, caramelized crunch. Go for a variety that's sturdy enough to support the gooey center and has a clean, snapable break. Nabisco Original Grahams, Kinnikinnick S'moreables, and Kroger Original Graham Crackers are all vegan-friendly options, as long as you choose the OG, non-honey versions.
Popsicle Sticks
You only need these if you are making your S'mores as pops, which is totally optional. Either compressed paper sticks (like the kind used for larger cake pops) or wooden popsicle sticks work great here. Both options will give you the stability you need for dipping, decorating, and freezing. Obviously, make sure they're food-safe and wide enough to hold the s'mores sandwich securely.
Powdered Sugar
Powdered sugar thickens and sweetens the green "skin" coating, helping it set with that ideal cling that settles into every edge and corner. Not all powdered sugar is vegan, so check the label or do a quick search to be sure.
Food Coloring
Liquid or gel-based vegan green food coloring both work well for tinting melted white chocolate. Gel tends to be more concentrated, but either option can achieve a vivid Frankenstein hue. I personally mess with natural colorings-India Tree and Whole Foods' 365 store brand both offer plant-based dyes that get the job done without artificial garbage. Stir in a little at a time to dial in the exact tone you want without over-thinning the chocolate.
Candy Eyes
Don't dream of skipping the googly eyes-they're what sells the whole monster makeover. Most major candy brands make them, but many versions contain non-vegan confectioner's glaze. You can find a clearly labeled vegan version or whip up a batch yourself using my vegan royal icing recipe, made just a little thicker with less liquid so it pipes thick and sets up hard. Either way, press those eyes into the green coating while it's still tacky so they stay locked in place.
The Chocolate Chips
Use semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips to create the hair and piped details. Look for chips with high cocoa butter content-they'll melt more smoothly and set up without looking grainy.
Thin Pretzel Sticks
Thin pretzel sticks stand in as Frankenstein's neck bolts, giving you that silhouette and a welcome jolt of salt to offset all the sweetness. Break each stick in half and insert the pieces into the sides of the sandwich while the coating is still soft; they'll stay put and not stick out so far that people think they are stupid-looking arms.
*See the recipe card at the bottom of the page for exact quantities, nutritional info, and detailed cooking directions.
📖 How to make Frankenstein s'mores
Skip down to the printable recipe card if you're ready to get poppin'. But for a Frankenstein you can be proud of, follow these monster-making steps:
Step One
Monster Mashup:
Line a parchment-lined sheet pan with half of the graham cracker squares.
Step Two
All Mallow's Eve:
Place 2 vegan marshmallows and 2 teaspoons of vegan chocolate chips onto each graham cracker square.
Step Three
The Canterville Toast:
Briefly toast marshmallows using a kitchen torch or under a broiler until softened but not fully blackened all around.
Step Four
The Coffin Lid:
Top each with a second graham cracker square while the filling is still warm. Transfer the assembled s'mores to the freezer. Chill for 20 minutes.
If making these as pops, insert a popsicle stick into the center of each marshmallow layer while it's still soft and melty before chilling. Leave the stick's handle exposed.
Step Five
Soylent Green:
Meanwhile, place plant milk into a stand mixer bowl and sift the powdered sugar on top of it. With a whisk attachment, mix the glaze until thick and smooth. Gradually add green food coloring while the mixer runs to reach your desired tint of green.
Step Six
Apply Frankie's Skin:
Use a spoon or basting brush to coat each sandwich fully in green chocolate. Let the excess drip before placing it back on the parchment.
Step Seven
Eyes Without a Face:
While the coating is soft, press 2 candy eyes onto the top third of each pop.
Step Eight
Boltergeist:
Break pretzel sticks in half and press one piece into each side near the bottom.
Step Nine
The Choc-ing Dead:
Melt the vegan chocolate chips in a clean double boiler setup. Once melted, let it cool just enough so that it is thick enough to pipe and not runny.
Step Ten
The Hair Witch Project:
Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag fitted with a small tip. Pipe on mouths, hair, and stitches.
Step Eleven
The Final Scene in the Shining:
Chill until fully set before serving. For a full spooky treat spread, rock 'em out with vegan Halloween donuts, cinnamon roll intestines, vegan Halloween cake pops, and vegan mummy brownies.
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👉Top tips
- Freeze First: A quick chill solidifies the marshmallow layer and gives the pops a sturdier structure for coating. It also keeps the popsicle stick locked in place so your monsters don't slip off mid-dip.
- Don't Skip the Parchment: This isn't the time to get wild with bare pans. Parchment ensures the pops lift off cleanly after setting and won't leave you with chocolate casualties.
- Work Fast: Timing is everything. Once the coating goes on, you've got a short window to attach eyes and bolts before it hardens. Set up your decorating station ahead of time.
- Edge Lord: When placing the top graham cracker on each sandwich, use a butter knife or small offset spatula to gently push the marshmallow and chocolate filling out toward the edges. This ensures each smore looks neatly squared once coated, and helps the filling peek out cleanly through the green shell.
🤷♀️ Recipe FAQs
You can, but be careful. Use short 15 to 20-second bursts and stir between each. Chocolate corn burns in a microwave, too!
Absolutely. Older kids can help with assembly and decorating. Just keep the younger ones clear of the broiler and melted chocolate.
Yes! Just keep them cool in a single layer in a lidded container. A freezer pack attached to the outside of the bottom of the container helps keep them firm during transport.
🧊 Refrigerating:
Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
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Vegan Frankenstein Halloween S'Mores
Equipment
- Small offset spatula optional
Ingredients
- 16 vegan marshmallows
- 16 vegan graham crackers
- 8 popsicle sticks (optional for making as pops)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- vegan green food coloring amount depends on brand and if color is natural or artificial
- 32 vegan candy googly eyes
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 16 thin pretzel sticks
Instructions
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and place half of the graham cracker squares onto it.
- Place 2 marshmallows and 2 teaspoons of chocolate chips over the graham cracker squares.
- Either by using a torch or a short time under a broiler, partially melt the marshmallows.
- Immediately place the top halves of the graham crackers over the still-warm marshmallow and chocolate filling.
- If making these as pops, press a popsicle stick into the center of the marshmallow layer, leaving the handle exposed.
- Place the assembled sandwiches into your freezer for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place plant milk into a stand mixer bowl and sift the powdered sugar on top of it. With a whisk attachment, mix the glaze until thick and smooth. Gradually add green food coloring while the mixer runs to reach your desired tint of green.
- Carefully and generously coat each sandwich with the green coating, using a spoon or offset spatula to help cover all sides, without getting it all over the popsicle sticks. Let excess drip off before placing each sandwich onto a wire rack.
- Press 2 candy eyes into the upper third of each sandwich while the coating is still tacky.
- Break the pretzel sticks in half and insert each half into each side of the sandwich. Transfer back to the freezer to set.
- Meanwhile, melt the vegan chocolate chips in a clean double boiler. Let cool until thick enough to pipe without running.
- Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag fitted with a very small round tip. Pipe a mouth, hair, and maybe some forehead stitches onto each face. Refrigerate the sandwiches until fully set. Remove from the refrigerator a few minutes before serving.
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Paige says
These turned out so cute! Fun to make and yummy. I microwaved my chocolate chips in a disposable decorating bag, so I was able to pipe without having to transfer the chocolate. I used Dandies marshmallows and they were perfect.
Dushenka Silberfarb says
S’mores!!!!