Ingredients
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Graham Crackers:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Marshmallows:
- 3 packets of unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup cold water (divided)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Chocolate:
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Optional: 1 tsp espresso powder (for a rich flavor boost)
Instructions
Graham Crackers:
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Butter: Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, milk, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into squares or rectangles using a knife or cookie cutter. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Marshmallows:
- Prepare Gelatin: In the bowl of a stand mixer, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of cold water. Let it sit to bloom.
- Heat Sugar Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of water, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then increase the heat to high. Cook until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Mix and Combine: With the mixer on low speed, slowly pour the hot sugar mixture into the gelatin. Gradually increase the mixer speed to high and whip for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract in the last minute of whipping.
- Set Marshmallows: Dust a baking dish with powdered sugar. Pour the marshmallow mixture into the dish, smooth the top, and dust with more powdered sugar. Let it set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut Marshmallows: Once set, cut the marshmallows into squares and dust with more powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
Chocolate Ganache:
- Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chopped dark chocolate and optional espresso powder in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir Until Smooth: Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Add sea salt and mix well.
Assemble S’mores:
- Toast Marshmallows: Toast marshmallows over a campfire, grill, or stovetop until golden brown and gooey.
- Layer Ingredients: Place a piece of chocolate ganache on a graham cracker, top with a toasted marshmallow, and add another graham cracker on top to form a sandwich.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your gourmet s’mores!
Notes
For an extra touch, consider adding a thin layer of peanut butter or hazelnut spread to the graham crackers before assembling.
Use flavored marshmallows (like peppermint or caramel) for a fun twist.
If you prefer, you can use store-bought graham crackers and marshmallows to save time.
- Prep Time: 1 hour + 4 hours to set marshmallows
- Cook Time: 30 minutes