Best 2 The Grown Up Smore Recipes

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In the realm of sweet treats, few desserts evoke nostalgia and delight quite like the classic campfire treat, the s'more. This time-honored combination of graham crackers, chocolate, and toasted marshmallows has captured the hearts of young and old for generations. However, for those with a discerning palate, the traditional s'more may fall short in terms of complexity and sophistication. Enter the Grown-Up Smore, an elevated version of the classic that tantalizes the taste buds with a symphony of flavors and textures. This article presents a collection of recipes that transform the humble s'more into a culinary masterpiece, featuring unique ingredients, sophisticated flavor combinations, and elegant presentation. From the Salted Caramel S'more to the S'more Parfait, these recipes elevate the s'more experience to new heights, offering a delightful balance of nostalgia and innovation.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ALL GROWN-UP S'MORES



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Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey by Jill O'Connor is a wonderful book with some of the most delicious-looking desserts!. Found this one there too, the desserts are to die for! A sweet, crumbly graham cracker crust is topped with a dense, very adult, very rich, and very boozy chocolate cream ;).The combination of liquers here is by no means written in stone: dark rum, Grand Marnier, bourbon -- just pick two or three complimentary flavors. BTW - my friend Judy has added this as one of the desserts for her summer blow-out. :)

Provided by Manami

Categories     Dessert

Time 12h45m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons cognac or 2 tablespoons brandy
2 tablespoons white Creme de Cacao
2 tablespoons Kahlua
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
12 ounces semisweet chocolate or 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks
3 large egg whites
1 pinch salt
1 pinch cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup marshmallow cream
3 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • TO MAKE THE CRUST:.
  • Combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and granulated sugar until will combined.
  • Press into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan.
  • Bake the crust until starts to brown and become crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
  • TO MAKE THE FILLING:.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks and confectioners' sugar together in a large bowl until they are thick and the color of butter.
  • Beat in the Cognac, creme de cacao, Kahlua, vanilla, and salt.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, add the chocolate, and stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Let cool slightly, then gradually beat into the egg mixture.
  • Fold the softly beaten heavy cream into the chocolate mixture just until combined.
  • Spoon the chocolate cream over the graham cracker curst, smoothing it evenly with a spatula.
  • Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate until very firm, at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
  • WHEN READY TO SERVE - MAKE THE MERINGUE:.
  • Using an electric mixer set at low speed, beat the egg whites until foamy.
  • Add the salt and cream of tartar and beat at medium speed until soft peaks form.
  • Beat in the vanilla.
  • Add the marshmallow Fluff to the egg whites a little at a time, beating constantly until stiff peaks form.
  • ASSMBLY & SERVICE:.
  • Carefully cut the S'mores into 15 large squares.
  • Place each S'mores on a dessert plate.
  • Top each with ½ cup of the meringue in a large dollop.
  • Use a small kitchen torch to carefully burnish the meringue until tipped with golden brown.
  • Serve immediately and accept all the accolades!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.5, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 193.3, Sodium 176.2, Carbohydrate 46.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 26, Protein 7.2

THE GROWN-UP S'MORE



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Provided by Anabel Ressner

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1/4 ounce envelope gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup light corn syrup
3 ounces hot water
1/4 cup corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon gelatin (softened with 4 tablespoons cold water)
1 cup unsweetened cocoa (preferably Dutch), sifted
3/4 cup cream
1 egg white
6 ounces bread flour
6 ounces cake flour
2 ounces whole wheat flour
2 ounces brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
pinch of salt
3 ounces soft butter
1/2 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ounces water
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup malt powder*
4 egg yolks
1/4 cup sugar
*Carnation malted milk powder (vanilla only) can be substituted

Steps:

  • Pour cold water over gelatin. Set aside. Put first measurement of corn syrup in mixer bowl. Combine hot water, corn syrup, and sugar in small saucepan. Stir over medium flame until sugar dissolves, then let cook without stirring. Cook mixture until it is 230°F (use a candy thermometer). Pour into reserved corn syrup. Whip on medium-high, adding gelatin mixture bit by bit. Continue whipping for ten minutes. Add vanilla extract, mixing just to combine. Spread in lightly buttered bread pan, shallow pan, or roasting pan. Make sure height is at least 1/2 inch. Let sit 24 hours, uncovered. Cut with hot, wet cookie cutter and toss in powdered sugar to keep from sticking to each other.
  • Bring water, sugar, and vanilla to boil. Remove from heat. Add gelatin to sugar mixture, stirring to dissolve. Add cocoa, stirring well to get out lumps. Press through sieve into bowl over ice. Stir frequently until room temperature.
  • Whip cream to soft peak with electric mixer. Fold into cocoa mixture.
  • Whip egg to soft peak with electric mixture. Fold into cocoa mixture.
  • Spoon mixture into a shallow baking sheet lined with plastic and spread out to 1/2-inch thickness. Freeze for at least 6 hours. Cut with cookie cutter or knife (so that it will sit on top of the marshmallow, which will sit on top of the graham cracker).
  • Combine dry ingredients well in mixer with paddle attachment. Changing attachment to bread hook, add rest of ingredients. Mix just to combine. If dough does not seem pliable, adjust water amount. Roll on lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thick. Cut with a 4-inch diameter round cookie cutter and place on parchment lined baking sheet. When all are cut and on sheet, prick cookies all over with a fork. Bake at 325°F approximately 5 to 8 minutes until just lightly colored on the edges.
  • Incorporate egg yolks, sugar, and malt powder in a bowl and mix together well with a whisk. Scald milk and take off the heat. Using a ladle, temper the egg yolk mixture by adding a small quantity of milk to the bowl and then whisking together quickly (don't allow the yolks to cook or you will get a grainy final product). Continue adding milk in this fashion until you have a creamy liquid. Add this mixture to the saucepan with the remaining milk and blend together well. Using a wooden spoon, cook the sauce over a low heat, stirring constantly and making sure that the bottom is continually scraped. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens (it will leave a clean line on the wooden spoon when you draw your finger across it). Pour into a bowl and place bowl over an ice bath to cool.
  • Cut marshmallow with round cookie cutter one size smaller than the graham cracker. Place marshmallow on plate and torch with kitchen propane or butane torch (if not available, broil briefly under the broiler). Place marshmallow on top of graham cracker and put on plate with malt sauce. Place cocoa mousse in/on warm marshmallow and put onto the graham cracker. Top with second graham cracker and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better your s'mores will be. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Toast your marshmallows evenly. Use a kitchen torch or campfire to toast your marshmallows until they are golden brown and slightly charred.
  • Don't overstuff your s'mores. Use just enough chocolate and marshmallows to fill the graham cracker without making it too messy.
  • Let your s'mores cool slightly before eating. This will help to prevent the chocolate from melting all over your hands.

Conclusion:

S'mores are a classic campfire treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make grown-up s'mores that are even more delicious and sophisticated than the traditional version. So next time you're gathered around a campfire, give these grown-up s'mores a try. You won't be disappointed!

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