Valentine’s Day S’mores: A Cozy Way to Get Outdoors This Winter

Getting outdoors in the winter does not have to mean planning a big camping trip or braving extreme conditions. Sometimes it is as simple as stepping outside, lighting a fire, and slowing down for a few minutes. Making s’mores is always a fun activity, and winter might actually be the best season for it. The air is crisp, the fire feels warmer, and everything about the experience feels more intentional.

For Valentine’s Day, we leaned into that cozy winter energy and gave classic s’mores a festive twist. Think heart-shaped cookies, melty chocolate, perfectly toasted marshmallows, and a fire you actually want to stand around. These Valentine’s Day s’mores are easy, playful, and perfect for backyard fires, cabin weekends, or any winter night when you want to get outside and make something sweet.

Valentine’s Day S’mores Ingredients

You do not need anything complicated to make these feel special. A few fun swaps turn classic s’mores into a Valentine’s Day treat.

You’ll need heart-shaped sugar cookies from Pillsbury, baked according to the package directions, plus Valentine’s chocolate chip cookies from Nestlé Toll House. Add marshmallows—classic or flavored both work well—and optional extras like chocolate hearts, peanut butter cups, caramel squares, or even sliced strawberries if you want to get creative.

For gear, we used the UCO Gear Smokeless Grill & Firepit and UCO Roasting Forks.

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Why Winter S’mores Are Better Over a Smokeless Firepit

Winter s’mores should feel cozy, not smoky. A smokeless firepit makes it easier to actually enjoy the moment instead of constantly shifting to avoid smoke. The UCO Gear Smokeless Grill & Firepit sets up quickly, transitions easily from grill to firepit mode, and packs down flat for storage. Its airflow design helps reduce smoke while still creating steady flames and glowing embers that are ideal for roasting marshmallows.

Paired with long extendable roasting forks, you can comfortably toast marshmallows without standing too close to the heat. This setup works just as well for backyard fires as it does for cabin trips or winter camping.

How to Make Valentine’s Day S’mores

Start by baking your cookies ahead of time. Let both the heart-shaped sugar cookies and the chocolate chip cookies cool completely so they hold their shape when assembling.

Set up your firepit and allow the fire to burn down until you have steady flames and warm embers. Using roasting forks, slowly toast the marshmallows, rotating them until they are evenly golden and soft in the center.

To assemble, sandwich a hot marshmallow and a piece of chocolate between two cookies. Press gently and let the heat melt everything together. Mix cookie flavors, add extra chocolate, or layer in caramel or peanut butter to make each s’more your own.

A Simple Way to Make Winter Feel Special

These Valentine’s Day s’mores are not about perfection. They are about getting outside, even when it is cold. About standing around a fire a little longer. About laughing when the marshmallow slides off the fork or the chocolate melts faster than expected.

Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day with a partner, friends, family, or just treating yourself, this is an easy way to turn a winter evening into something memorable. No reservations. No big plans. Just fire, fresh air, and something sweet.

Sometimes the best way to enjoy winter is simply stepping outside and making s’mores anyway. Grab yourself a UCO Smokeless Grill & Firepit, some UCO Roasting Forks and create fun memories with your favorite people outdoors this winter.