No campfire, no problem. A marshmallow in the microwave puffs up fast and turns soft and melty, and its heat softens the chocolate underneath, so you get a proper s'more any night of the year.
Microwave one or two at a time and watch closely: a marshmallow can double in size in seconds. Want the toasty, golden top of a campfire? Finish them under the broiler for a few seconds.
Ingredients
4 whole graham crackers, broken in half into 8 squares
4 squares milk chocolate (from a 1.5-ounce bar, broken into sections)
4 large marshmallows
Instructions
Build the bottoms. Set 4 graham cracker squares on a microwave-safe plate and top each with a piece of chocolate and a marshmallow.
Microwave. Microwave 1 or 2 at a time on high for 10 to 15 seconds, just until the marshmallows puff up. Stop before they deflate or spill over.
Top and press. Set a second graham cracker square on each marshmallow and press down gently until the chocolate and marshmallow spread to the edges. Let them sit 30 seconds; the marshmallow is very hot.
Tips
For a toasted top like a campfire: build the bottoms on a small sheet pan and broil 30 to 60 seconds, watching every second, until the marshmallows are golden, then add the top crackers.
Swap the chocolate: peanut butter cups, dark chocolate, or a square of a caramel-filled bar.
Microwaves vary; start with 10 seconds and add 5 at a time.
Supervise kids closely; melted marshmallow stays hot longer than you expect.
Questions about this recipe
Why did my marshmallow explode in the microwave?
It cooked too long. Marshmallows puff in about 10 seconds; take them out as soon as they swell.
Can I make several at once?
Yes, but they puff unevenly; one or two at a time gives the best results. For a crowd, use the broiler method in the tips.
Are microwave s'mores gluten-free?
Only with gluten-free graham-style crackers; regular graham crackers contain wheat.
