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How to Make the Best S’MORES – Easy Camping Dessert

Are you craving a classic and delectable treat? Look no further than this s’mores recipe for an easy camping dessert! This iconic campfire dessert has become a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts, camping families, and friends. In this article, we’ll guide you through making the best s’mores, sharing tips, tricks, and a delicious recipe to elevate your s’mores game. Get ready to gather around the campfire and indulge in this beloved treat that brings joy and satisfaction.

For us, s’mores were a relatively new addition to our campfire dessert repertoire. Despite years of campfire cooking, we had never ventured into the world of s’mores. I must admit, I had reservations about this treat, thinking it would be a sugar overload and an overrated mishmash of ingredients. However, little did I know that I was about to be pleasantly surprised by the magic that unfolds when Ritz crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate come together in perfect harmony…

Easy camping dessert

Create memories with Australia’s best S’mores recipe for an easy camping dessert!

So one starry night camping, sitting by our campfire, I felt like something sweet (and the family is always up for a sweet treat too, not just me!)… I wondered if we should try s’mores for ourselves. How bad could it be for an easy camping dessert? I run through my mind the ingredients that might make this unusual dessert…

My intrigue took me to look through our camp food supply. I know we have the staple Marshmallows. Next, I spot mini Snickers bars, and what biscuits? Ritz Original crackers (usually good with cheese), but…let’s see how that goes…Gathering the ingredients, I place them on a plate with the sliced Snickers, ready to compile this strange combination of campfire dessert…

My daughter catches a glimpse of the sugary filled plate and quickly finds cooking skewers (sticks) for the Marshmallows.

Enjoy making an easy camping dessert with the family by the campfire…

Now we know to toast the perfect Marshmallow. It needs to be ideally placed between the fires coals and flames to get the perfect
caramelised exterior and melting interior!

Using two Ritz Crackers to remove the Marshmallow from its skewer, we add a piece of sliced snickers, and enclose with the Ritz Crackers compiling a sugary sandwich! Time to taste…

I am surprised at the taste of this s’mores combination. It is good. Actually, it is excellent! The salty flaky crackers balance the sweetness of the chocolate and Marshmallow. The warm gooey Marshmallow oozes, adding another level of decadence.

This s’mores recipe has now made it to our ‘go-to’ camping dessert list. Try this combination of s’mores recipe; it will not disappoint during your next campfire experience.

How to Make S’mores Campfire Dessert: Easy Camping Dessert Idea

What you will need:

Ingredients you will need:

  • Chocolate sliced (choose any chocolate of your liking)
  • Pack of Marshmallows
  • Pack of original Ritz crackers

Now let’s get this desert started and get everyone involved:

  • Place chocolate pieces, Marshmallow, and crackers on
    a plate by the fire.
  • Using a stick or Marshmallow skewer, toast the
    Marshmallow until toasted and soft.
  • With two crackers, remove the Marshmallow from the skewer onto the crackers,
    add a piece of chocolate and create a dessert sandwich!
  • Eat and enjoy!

Finally, remember to be safe around campfires. Do not light fires during fire bands. Ensure a clear area around your fire pit and no low-hanging trees to catch fire. Extinguish your fire after use. See more on fire safety

For more ideas on camping and travelling meals, see our meal planning guide, and remember your toothbrush or torch with our camping packing list! Further, start planning your next road trip adventure right here with Road Trips Australia. Discover every state from Tasmania to Western Australia.

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