August 10th is National S'mores Day... and in celebration of that summertime treat, here are a few of my favorite ways to enjoy them and you won't even need to build a fire for some of these versions!
Create a S'mores Bar for a party, wedding, or simple backyard fun...
Make Indoor S'mores for any occasion: family game night, movie night, or an overnight party for the kids. They keep well once cooled and wrapped and make a great gift.
INDOOR S'MORES
Why wait for a campfire or fire for that matter to make up a batch of S'mores? I have perfected Indoor S'mores and I could not wait to share them with you! Perfect for a party or even just a night in front of the tv, make some of these up for the best-ever comfort food treat. They don't go soggy so you can make them for a picnic or take them to a party as long as you keep them in a cool spot. Make some up and let me know what you think!
INGREDIENTS
1 box of Graham crackers
1 bag of mini-marshmallows
Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut spread
Fill up sheet pans with Graham crackers. Spread each with a thin layer of Nutella. Put 6-7 mini marshmallows on top of each. Put under the broiler for about 2 minutes. Watch to make sure they get golden brown. Take them out and let them cool slightly. Make sandwiches by pressing two together. Eat right that moment or let them cool completely and wrap each with plastic wrap. Keep cool until serving time but do not chill them in the fridge or the cracker will get soggy.
S'MORES POPSICLES
Fudgey-Choco Pops recipe below*
20 mini-marshmallows
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Small plastic or paper cups
Popsicle sticks
In the bottom of a plastic cup, put a small amount of the graham cracker crumbs, about 1 teaspoon for each cup. Add about 1-2 tablespoons of the chocolate mixture and 4 marshmallows, top with another teaspoon of the chocolate and use a spoon to press the chocolate into the marshmallows. Tap the cup on the counter to make a dense layer. Continue layers as necessary to fill the cup, leaving 1/4" at the top. Allow to set up for at least 30 minutes and add a popsicle stick to each cup. Allow to freeze for at least 4 hours.
These S'mores Popsicles are very simple to make and taste just like their namesake!
FUDGEY CHOCO POPS
1 cup water
2.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped ( you can sub cocoa- just add 1 tablespoon butter if you do)
1/3 cup sugar
pinch salt
1/3 cup milk (use whole or 2%)
1 T. heavy cream (or you can use half and half)
1/2 t. vanilla
1/8 t. instant coffee (or you can use leftover strong coffee)
Put the chopped chocolate, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in the water, a little at a time as the chocolate melts and the sugar dissolves. Once the chocolate has completely melted, remove from heat. Whisk in the coffee, vanilla, milk, and cream. Chill and cool completely.
And if you want to build a campfire, offer your guests lots of options with my S'MORES BAR!
Simple and delicious... make a S'mores bar for your next get-together so guests can create their own special dessert!