Q1: Where did the name "s'more" come from?

The name is a contraction of the phrase "some more." The first official published recipe for "Some Mores" appeared in a Girl Scout guidebook in 1927. The treat was so delicious that everyone would say, "Can I have some more?", which eventually got shortened to just "s'more."

Q2: What is the absolute best chocolate to use for s'mores?

The "best" is subjective, but the classic choice is a Hershey's milk chocolate bar because it's thin and melts very easily. For a richer flavor, a good quality dark chocolate (around 60% cacao) is fantastic. But the most popular creative choice is definitely a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup .

Q3: Is it safe to make s'mores over a gas stove?

Yes, it is safe as long as you are careful. Use a long, metal skewer (not a short one, and not a flammable wooden one). Keep the flame on low, and never leave the marshmallow unattended. Be aware that if a piece of flaming marshmallow falls, it will be very hot and sticky, so keep the area around your stove clear.

Q4: Can I make s'mores in the microwave? What are they like?

Yes, you can. It's the fastest method, but you get a very different result. The microwave causes the water molecules in the marshmallow to expand rapidly, making it puff up into a giant, soft, and gooey pillow. You won't get any of the toasted, caramelized, or crispy flavor of a roasted marshmallow, but it's still a delicious, melty treat in a pinch.

Q5: How can I make s'mores for a large group of people easily?

The oven broiler method is by far the best and fastest way to make s'mores for a crowd. You can easily fit 12 or more s'mores halves on a single baking sheet and toast them all at the same time in under a minute. It's a fantastic party trick!

The Ultimate Guide to Perfect S'mores (No Campfire Needed!)

The Ultimate Guide to Perfect S’mores (No Campfire Needed!)

A classic and simple recipe for a single serving of s’mores. The method involves heating a large marshmallow over an open flame until it is browned and melted. The hot marshmallow is then placed on top of a piece of a chocolate bar and sandwiched between two halves of a graham cracker. The heat from the marshmallow melts the chocolate, creating a gooey, delicious treat.

Author: Evelyn
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Toasting
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

1 large marshmallow
1 graham cracker
1 (1.5 ounce) chocolate candy bar

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Instructions

Gather all your ingredients.
Break the graham cracker in half to create two squares.
Place a piece of the chocolate bar on one of the graham cracker halves.
Heat the marshmallow over an open flame (like a campfire, grill, or gas stove burner), rotating it until it begins to brown and melt to your liking.
Carefully place the hot marshmallow on top of the chocolate.
Sandwich the marshmallow and chocolate with the other half of the graham cracker.
Gently press the sandwich together. Allow it to cool for a moment before eating.

Notes

This recipe is traditionally made over a campfire, but a grill, gas stove, or even a broiler can be used to toast the marshmallow.
Be careful when handling the hot, melted marshmallow.
The residual heat from the toasted marshmallow is what melts the chocolate.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 s'more
Calories: 280-340
Sugar: 30-40 g
Sodium: 100-150 mg
Fat: 10-14 g
Saturated Fat: 6-9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40-50 g
Fiber: 1-2 g
Protein: 3-4 g
Cholesterol: 5-10 mg

Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/smores/