
Skillet S’Mores
This is one of those recipe that isn’t really a recipe. It’s kind of like how summer vacation isn’t really a vacation for parents. We’re all still fighting the good fight and getting meals on the table for our families. Thankfully summer makes cooking a lot easier since we can basically throw anything on a barbecue. (In fact, look for some of our fun barbecue meals in the near future.) You can also put lots of delicious things over a campfire.
Last summer Scarlett loved it when our neighbor would shout to her from the beach–as he stoked a raging fire in his pit–”Get the eggs!” And then, no matter what she was doing, she’d be off. She’d raid our refrigerator for eggs, bread and butter and head to the beach where he’d make her a skillet breakfast over the flames. The only payment he’d take for feeding my hungry kid was a big, hot cup of coffee. Scarlett loved sitting on the beach eating butter soaked eggs off a sandy plate. But I loved that he was willing to give her the experience since I’m far less adventurous. My version of that kind of spontaneity are these Skillet S’mores. I don’t always put them over our fire pit at night, most times I just pop them in the oven, especially if it’s a rainy day. However, if you eat them around the fire you get the same effect. And before you dive into the recipe for your usual crumble, don’t underestimate the appeal of this simple dessert. I’ve brought this easy treat to numerous parties (just heat it there) and I’ve seen adults fight just as hard as the kids to get their cracker into the pan. And, besides, is there anything that says summer vacation more than s’mores?
Ingredients
- 2 bags of dark chocolate chips
- 17 marshmallows, cut in half
- 1 box of graham crackers
Method
Preheat oven to 350.
In a 9-inch, ovenproof skillet, pour the chocolate chips in an even layer across the bottom. Arrange the marshmallow halves along the top, covering all the chips. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until marshmallows are lightly browned and chocolate is melted. Be careful not to over bake the chocolate. (I've had it seize once when I forgot it in the oven. Sorry Anne and Chris.) Serve with stacks of graham crackers to dip and enjoy.
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1 Comment
Heather
August 15, 15:24This recipe is amazing! I make it all of the time for sleepovers and at the cottage. It takes little effort and the kids absolutely love it!