Summer is for S’mores
By Kristin Dunlap, mom of 3
When I think of a favorite childhood summertime treat, hands-down, it’s got to be S’mores. Simple to assemble. Messy to eat. And oh so good!
Tonight, Monday, August 20, Bur Bur and Friends are teaming up with Cosi’s Restaurant in Wayzata, Minn., to host a free S’mores night for local kids and families. In honor of the occasion, here are some facts, humor and a couple of S’mores recipes.
S’mores don’t require a campfire anymore — you can toast the marshmallows in the microwave or broil them quickly in the oven and have a “Cook-In.” My kids also like to participate in the assembly process and the opportunity to “build their own.”
Did You Know?
S’mores got their name from frequent requests for “some more” whenever they were made.
HOW GIRLS
MAKE S’MORES
(1) Place Hershey bars on graham crackers.
(2) Toast marshmallows. (3) Place toasted marshmallows on Hershey bars to melt chocolate.
HOW BOYS
MAKE S’MORES
(1) Eat Hershey bars.
(2) Eat marshmallows.
(3) Throw graham crackers at other boys.
PEANUT BUTTER S’MORES
Ingredients
2 pk 1.6oz peanut butter cups, unwrapped
8 graham cracker squares
4 lg Marshmallows
Directions
Place one peanut butter cup on each of 4 crackers. Spear marshmallows on long fork or clean stick, toast over campfire coals or over grill on low heat. Place toasted marshmallow on top of each peanut butter cup. Top each with a graham cracker. Press together and hold for a few seconds to melt chocolate. Enjoy!!
Variations:
- Place banana slices on top of the chocolate bar for an added, healthier treat.
- Spread peanut butter or raspberry preserves on the graham cracker.
- Place strawberry slices on top of the chocolate bar, again, adding flavor and a fruit serving to this treat!
Note: If you broil the marshmallows in the oven it takes approx. 1 minute — watch carefully and turn them periodically to brown them on all sides. If you choose to microwave the marshmallows, it takes about 10-15 seconds on Hi (100%) power.