S’mores are a classic campfire treat, perfect for warming up during a cold weather backyard tailgating party. Here’s a simple and traditional way to make this delicious and gooey dessert:

Ingredients:

• Graham crackers (rectangular)
• Marshmallows (large)
• Chocolate bars (such as Hershey’s)
• Optional: Peanut butter, bananas, strawberries, or any other desired toppings

Equipment:

• Fire pit or outdoor grill
• Table top fire pit
• Skewers or long sticks

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fire: Start by preparing a safe and controlled fire in your fire pit or outdoor grill. Allow the flames to die down, leaving hot embers for toasting marshmallows.
2. Skewer the Marshmallows: Using a skewer or a long stick, carefully skewer a marshmallow at the end of the stick. Hold it over the hot embers, allowing it to toast evenly to your desired level of golden brown.
3. Break the Graham Crackers: While toasting the marshmallow, break the graham crackers into squares. Each s’more will need two squares for the top and bottom of the sandwich.
4. Prepare the Chocolate: Break the chocolate bars into pieces that fit the graham cracker squares. You’ll need one or two pieces per s’more.
5. Assemble the S’more: Place a piece of chocolate on one of the graham cracker squares.
6. Add the Marshmallow: Once the marshmallow is toasted to your liking, carefully slide it off the skewer and place it on top of the chocolate.
7. Top with Another Graham Cracker: Immediately place another graham cracker square on top of the marshmallow to create a sandwich, pressing down slightly to help melt the chocolate and adhere the layers together.
8. Let It Melt: Allow the heat from the toasted marshmallow to melt the chocolate, creating a deliciously gooey filling.
9. Optional Toppings: If desired, add a smear of peanut butter, slices of banana, or strawberries to enhance the flavors.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Carefully transfer the s’more to a plate or napkin, and savor this delightful and classic treat.
11. Repeat and Share: Repeat the process to make more s’mores, and enjoy with friends and family. The best part is sharing the experience and the deliciousness of this outdoor favorite!
12. Clean Up: Dispose of any used sticks and skewers responsibly, and ensure the fire is safely extinguished.

Enjoy the simple pleasure of s’mores during your cold weather backyard tailgating party, and let the warmth of the fire and the sweetness of this treat keep you cozy! 🔥🍫🏕️