As the season for s’mores arrives, it’s time to elevate your dessert game. In my household, we’ve always enjoyed experimenting with our s’mores creations. My personal favorite? Swapping out traditional graham crackers for two peanut butter cups. Those honey-flavored crunchers simply don’t cut it for me.
Once, my kids suggested using two chocolate chip cookies instead of the usual components. I thought, “Why not?” After all, I must have birthed some culinary prodigies.
The beauty of s’mores is their versatility. It’s an opportunity to surprise your palate and keep the excitement alive during s’mores nights. Given the limited activities we might have this summer, I foresee a lot of s’mores in our future. Plus, roasting marshmallows evokes a sense of comfort. What’s not to love?
When I stumbled upon the idea for bacon s’mores, I knew I had to try it. This twist on the classic is nothing short of thrilling, and I’m ready to embrace that adventure.
I can usually handle rich foods without issue. While others moan about the heaviness of fudge or the fat in steak, I’m perfectly content devouring a jar of frosting or finishing off my kids’ leftovers. However, I was uncertain whether I could manage a bacon s’more.
This culinary delight replaces graham crackers with bacon crackers, made from six strips of bacon cut in half and woven together, sprinkled with brown sugar, and baked to perfection. (You can find the full recipe and a video tutorial here). Just keep an eye on them; they’ll need a few rotations to ensure even cooking.
Once your bacon crackers are ready, you can drain them on paper towels or let the bacon grease meld with the chocolate and marshmallow – I chose the latter for a full flavor experience. Next, add your chocolate of choice (I opted for classic Hershey’s but later wished I had gone for Ghirardelli caramel squares) and a marshmallow. The warmth of the bacon enhances the melting of the chocolate like nothing else. It was the perfect treat to enhance my Friday evening.
To my surprise, the bacon complemented the chocolate and marshmallow exceptionally well, and before I knew it, half of my dessert was gone. A word of caution: have plenty of water on hand, as you might find yourself quite thirsty after indulging.
My youngest son, who is notoriously picky, devoured these treats. The older two were indifferent, which was fine by me—more for us! While preparing these bacon s’mores requires more effort than simply grabbing a box of graham crackers, they are worth it. They won’t be an every time treat, but I plan to whip them up several times this summer. Maybe if I have cravings or leftover bacon from breakfast, or just to celebrate the end of the week.
Although I’ve been labeled a “garbage gut” in the past, one bacon s’more was more than enough for me—unlike the usual s’mores. So, in a way, they could be considered a healthier indulgence, right?
Also, be warned: if you have a dog, the aroma of these s’mores will drive them wild, so keep your treat close at hand.
Even if you’re not a bacon enthusiast, if you enjoy sweet-and-salty combinations like salted caramel or drizzling maple syrup on sausage, this treat will excite your taste buds. The balance of flavors is perfect, and the bacon weave can support any chocolate you choose to use, especially if you opt for extra.
If you’re daunted by preparation, you can make the bacon weaves ahead of time and store them in the fridge, ready to heat up when the craving strikes. You’re welcome!
In summary, bacon s’mores are a fun and creative twist on a classic treat. They provide a unique flavor profile that balances sweet and savory beautifully, perfect for summer nights with family.
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