Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Special equipment needed:
- Aluminum foil
- Grill or campfire
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or campfire to medium heat.
2. Cut each banana lengthwise, leaving the peel on.
3. Stuff each banana with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips.
4. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of the marshmallows and chocolate chips.
5. Wrap each banana in aluminum foil, making sure it is tightly sealed.
6. Place the wrapped bananas on the grill or campfire and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the marshmallows and chocolate chips are melted and the bananas are soft.
7. Carefully remove the bananas from the grill or campfire and let them cool for a few minutes.
8. Serve the banana boat s'mores by peeling back the foil and eating the banana and melted marshmallow and chocolate mixture with a spoon.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat on grill or campfire
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 325
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 40g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use vegan marshmallows and chocolate chips for a vegan version.
- Use crushed digestive biscuits instead of graham cracker crumbs.
Variations:
- Add sliced strawberries or bananas to the banana boat before stuffing with marshmallows and chocolate chips.
- Use peanut butter chips instead of chocolate chips for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the aluminum foil is tightly sealed to prevent the marshmallows and chocolate from leaking out.
- Use a spoon to scoop out the melted marshmallow and chocolate mixture from the banana boat.
Storage instructions:
Banana boat s'mores are best eaten immediately after cooking.
Reheating instructions:
Banana boat s'mores cannot be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the banana boat s'mores on a plate with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle extra graham cracker crumbs on top of the banana boat s'mores before serving.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of cold milk or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
No side dishes needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the banana boat s'mores are not cooking evenly, rotate them on the grill or campfire.
- If the marshmallows and chocolate chips are not melting, cook the banana boat s'mores for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the bananas are ripe and not overripe. Overripe bananas can become mushy and difficult to work with.
Food history:
S'mores are a popular campfire treat in the United States, with the first recorded recipe dating back to 1927.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, chocolatey, and slightly crunchy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the banana boat s'mores as a fun and unique dessert for a summer barbecue or camping trip.
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