Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 Moon Pies
- 6 large marshmallows
- 6 graham crackers
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Special equipment needed:
- Skewers or long forks
- Heat source (campfire, grill, or stove)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat your heat source to medium-high heat.
2. Break the graham crackers in half and place them on a plate.
3. Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until melted.
4. Dip one side of each Moon Pie in the melted chocolate mixture and place them on a separate plate.
5. Place a marshmallow on the end of each skewer or fork.
6. Hold the marshmallow over the heat source until it is golden brown and melted.
7. Place the toasted marshmallow on top of one of the Moon Pies with the chocolate side facing up.
8. Place the other half of the graham cracker on top of the marshmallow and press down gently.
9. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
10. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 280
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 160mg
Total carbohydrates: 43g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugars: 28g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Moon Pies can be substituted with any chocolate-covered cookie or biscuit.
- Marshmallows can be substituted with vegan or flavored marshmallows.
- Chocolate chips can be substituted with chocolate bars or Nutella.
Variations:
- Use different flavors of Moon Pies, such as banana or vanilla.
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries to the s'mores.
- Use different types of chocolate, such as dark or white chocolate.
Tips and tricks:
- Use long skewers or forks to avoid burning your hands.
- Keep an eye on the marshmallows as they can quickly burn.
- Use a heat-resistant plate to place the toasted marshmallows on.
Storage instructions:
Moon Pie S'mores are best served immediately and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
Moon Pie S'mores should not be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the Moon Pie S'mores on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or drizzle with caramel sauce.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of milk or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or potato chips.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the marshmallows are not melting, move them closer to the heat source.
Food safety advice:
Do not eat raw marshmallows.
Food history:
Moon Pies were first created in 1917 and are a popular snack in the southern United States.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, chocolatey, and marshmallowy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve Moon Pie S'mores as a dessert or snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Gooey, Chocolaty, Marshmallowy, Graham, Graham-Crackery