Description
Sweet Valentine’s Day S’mores bring passionate chocolate and marshmallow romance to classic campfire treats. Rich graham cracker layers combine with melted chocolate and gooey marshmallows for an intimate dessert perfect for sharing with someone special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 graham crackers (split into 16 squares)
- 8 heart-shaped marshmallows (store-bought or homemade)
Chocolate Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) pink or red candy melts (or white chocolate tinted with food coloring)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) milk or dark chocolate
Decorative Ingredients:
- Valentines-themed sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Craft the chocolate foundation by gently melting milk or dark chocolate in a microwave-safe vessel, stirring every 20 seconds until achieving a silky consistency. Simultaneously, transform pink or red candy melts into a luxurious liquid state using identical melting technique.
- Elegantly immerse each graham cracker square into the molten chocolate, creating an artistic alternation between rich chocolate tones and romantic candy melt hues. Delicately scatter festive Valentine’s sprinkles across the wet chocolate surface, allowing decorative elements to adhere while the coating remains glossy.
- Elevate marshmallow texture through precise torching techniques – utilize a kitchen torch, dance the marshmallows briefly over a gas flame, or carefully position under a broiler’s radiant heat. Monitor the process vigilantly to achieve a perfectly caramelized exterior without charring.
- Construct the romantic treat by positioning a freshly toasted heart-shaped marshmallow atop the chocolate-coated graham cracker side. Gently press a complementary graham cracker on top, creating a delectable sandwich that encapsulates the marshmallow’s warm, gooey essence.
- Present these love-inspired s’mores immediately, ensuring maximum sensory enjoyment of the warm, melted interior and crisp chocolate-covered exterior. Invite your valentine to indulge in this sweet, personalized confection that celebrates both flavor and affection.
Notes
- Chocolate Melting Mastery: Chop chocolate into small, uniform pieces to ensure even melting and prevent scorching, which can ruin the smooth texture.
- Temperature Control: Use low power in the microwave and stir frequently to maintain chocolate’s glossy finish and prevent clumping or burning.
- Sprinkle Styling: Apply decorative sprinkles immediately after dipping crackers while chocolate remains wet, allowing them to adhere perfectly and create a festive look.
- Marshmallow Toasting Technique: Hold torch or skewer at a consistent distance to achieve an even golden-brown color without charring the marshmallow’s exterior.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare chocolate-dipped crackers a day in advance and store in an airtight container to save time on Valentine’s Day.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap graham crackers for gluten-free alternatives and use dairy-free chocolate for vegan guests, ensuring everyone can enjoy this sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg