Difference between revisions of "Make Smores in a Microwave"
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== Ingredients == | == Ingredients == | ||
| − | === Basic Microwave S'more<ref>http://www.food.com/recipe/smores-microwave-55045</ref> === | + | === Basic Microwave S'more<ref name="rf1">http://www.food.com/recipe/smores-microwave-55045</ref> === |
* 1 graham cracker | * 1 graham cracker | ||
* 1 small chocolate bar | * 1 small chocolate bar | ||
* 1 marshmallow | * 1 marshmallow | ||
''Serves 1'' | ''Serves 1'' | ||
| − | === Easy Microwave S'more<ref>http://www.food.com/recipe/quick-microwave-smores-254603</ref><ref>http://www.bhg.com/recipe/appetizers-snacks/super-easy-smores/#page=0</ref> === | + | === Easy Microwave S'more<ref name="rf2">http://www.food.com/recipe/quick-microwave-smores-254603</ref><ref name="rf3">http://www.bhg.com/recipe/appetizers-snacks/super-easy-smores/#page=0</ref> === |
* 1 graham cracker | * 1 graham cracker | ||
* 1 to 2 teaspoons chocolate spread | * 1 to 2 teaspoons chocolate spread | ||
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#Break off a piece of chocolate, and place it on top of the graham cracker. If you are using one of those large chocolate bars that have brick-like lines, use those lines as a guide. The chocolate should be a little smaller than the graham cracker. | #Break off a piece of chocolate, and place it on top of the graham cracker. If you are using one of those large chocolate bars that have brick-like lines, use those lines as a guide. The chocolate should be a little smaller than the graham cracker. | ||
#Place a marshmallow on top of the graham cracker. Stand it up on the flat side, so that it doesn't roll off when you move the plate. Do not place the other graham cracker half on top just yet; you will do that at the end. | #Place a marshmallow on top of the graham cracker. Stand it up on the flat side, so that it doesn't roll off when you move the plate. Do not place the other graham cracker half on top just yet; you will do that at the end. | ||
| − | #Microwave the s'more on high for 15 seconds. Put the plate with the s'more on it into the microwave, and heat it on high for 15 seconds.<ref | + | #Microwave the s'more on high for 15 seconds. Put the plate with the s'more on it into the microwave, and heat it on high for 15 seconds.<ref name="rf1" /> The chocolate will start to melt and become soft, and the marshmallow will puff up. |
| − | #* If the marshmallow puffs up too much, heat the s'more at 5-second intervals. Let the marshmallow deflate before heating it again.<ref>http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/dessert/a25553/microwave-smores/</ref> | + | #* If the marshmallow puffs up too much, heat the s'more at 5-second intervals. Let the marshmallow deflate before heating it again.<ref name="rf4">http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/dessert/a25553/microwave-smores/</ref> |
#Take the plate out of the microwave, and place the other graham cracker half on top of the marshmallow. Press down on the s'more to seal it. Be careful not to press so hard that the graham cracker breaks. | #Take the plate out of the microwave, and place the other graham cracker half on top of the marshmallow. Press down on the s'more to seal it. Be careful not to press so hard that the graham cracker breaks. | ||
#Let the s'more cool for a few minutes before eating it. S'mores are tasty while they are still hot, but they won't be much fun to eat if you burn your tongue on them! | #Let the s'more cool for a few minutes before eating it. S'mores are tasty while they are still hot, but they won't be much fun to eat if you burn your tongue on them! | ||
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#Cover the other graham cracker with marshmallow spread. If you can't find any marshmallow spread, you can use one marshmallow, or four mini marshmallows. | #Cover the other graham cracker with marshmallow spread. If you can't find any marshmallow spread, you can use one marshmallow, or four mini marshmallows. | ||
#Press the two graham crackers together, then put them on a plate. Place the chocolate and marshmallow sides together, and make sure that the corners match up. To prevent the graham cracker from getting soggy, put a paper towel underneath it. | #Press the two graham crackers together, then put them on a plate. Place the chocolate and marshmallow sides together, and make sure that the corners match up. To prevent the graham cracker from getting soggy, put a paper towel underneath it. | ||
| − | #Microwave the graham cracker with the marshmallow on high for about 10 seconds. If you are making more than one s'more at a time, you may need to increase the cooking time to 20 to 30 seconds.<ref | + | #Microwave the graham cracker with the marshmallow on high for about 10 seconds. If you are making more than one s'more at a time, you may need to increase the cooking time to 20 to 30 seconds.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#Gently press down on the s'more to seal it. Press down hard enough so that the s'more sticks together, but not so hard that the marshmallow oozes out everywhere, or that the cracker breaks. | #Gently press down on the s'more to seal it. Press down hard enough so that the s'more sticks together, but not so hard that the marshmallow oozes out everywhere, or that the cracker breaks. | ||
#Let the s'more cool a little before eating it. Because you did not heat the chocolate, you won't have to wait that long. A few seconds to a minute will be enough. S'more are delicious, but not when they burn your mouth! | #Let the s'more cool a little before eating it. Because you did not heat the chocolate, you won't have to wait that long. A few seconds to a minute will be enough. S'more are delicious, but not when they burn your mouth! | ||
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=== Stepping it Up === | === Stepping it Up === | ||
#Experiment with different types of cookies. Graham crackers are sweet, so other types of sweet crackers or cookies will work too. Try it with vanilla wafers or even chocolate chip cookies. | #Experiment with different types of cookies. Graham crackers are sweet, so other types of sweet crackers or cookies will work too. Try it with vanilla wafers or even chocolate chip cookies. | ||
| − | #* If you are using a vanilla wafer, consider using a mini marshmallow instead, or cutting a larger one in half to make a short marshmallow.<ref>http://www.dizzybusyandhungry.com/vanilla-wafer-microwave-smores/</ref> | + | #* If you are using a vanilla wafer, consider using a mini marshmallow instead, or cutting a larger one in half to make a short marshmallow.<ref name="rf5">http://www.dizzybusyandhungry.com/vanilla-wafer-microwave-smores/</ref> |
#Experiment with different types of chocolate. Milk chocolate is most commonly used to make s'mores, but white chocolate and dark chocolate may appeal more to you. If you like things really sweet, you might prefer white chocolate, and if you don't like things really sweet, dark chocolate might be the thing for you. | #Experiment with different types of chocolate. Milk chocolate is most commonly used to make s'mores, but white chocolate and dark chocolate may appeal more to you. If you like things really sweet, you might prefer white chocolate, and if you don't like things really sweet, dark chocolate might be the thing for you. | ||
| − | #* You can also use mint-filled chocolate or even peanut butter-filled chocolate.<ref>http://www.cookingclassy.com/2015/06/smores-2/</ref> | + | #* You can also use mint-filled chocolate or even peanut butter-filled chocolate.<ref name="rf6">http://www.cookingclassy.com/2015/06/smores-2/</ref> |
| − | #Add some crunch with cereal. After you have microwaved your s'more, add a sprinkle of your favorite breakfast cereal on top of the melted marshmallow. Quickly place the other graham cracker half on top of it, and press down on it gently.<ref>http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/microwave-smores/328631ef-4d8c-4624-ba5a-b0d97d414d03</ref> | + | #Add some crunch with cereal. After you have microwaved your s'more, add a sprinkle of your favorite breakfast cereal on top of the melted marshmallow. Quickly place the other graham cracker half on top of it, and press down on it gently.<ref name="rf7">http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/microwave-smores/328631ef-4d8c-4624-ba5a-b0d97d414d03</ref> |
| − | #Add some fruit. After you have microwaved your s'more, but before you put it together, add a slice or two of banana or strawberry. You can even use ''both,'' strawberries and bananas, for the ultimate treat.<ref>http://www.bhg.com/recipe/strawberry-banana-smores/#page=0</ref> | + | #Add some fruit. After you have microwaved your s'more, but before you put it together, add a slice or two of banana or strawberry. You can even use ''both,'' strawberries and bananas, for the ultimate treat.<ref name="rf8">http://www.bhg.com/recipe/strawberry-banana-smores/#page=0</ref> |
| − | #* For extra flavor, spread some strawberry jam or preserves on top of the second graham cracker half before assembling the s'more.<ref | + | #* For extra flavor, spread some strawberry jam or preserves on top of the second graham cracker half before assembling the s'more.<ref name="rf8" /> |
| − | #Give it a chocolate-peanut butter twist. Make your s'more as usual, but instead of using regular graham crackers, use chocolate-flavored ones. Instead of using chocolate bars or chocolate spread, use 1 to 2 teaspoons of smooth peanut butter.<ref | + | #Give it a chocolate-peanut butter twist. Make your s'more as usual, but instead of using regular graham crackers, use chocolate-flavored ones. Instead of using chocolate bars or chocolate spread, use 1 to 2 teaspoons of smooth peanut butter.<ref name="rf3" /> |
| − | #Give it some color and texture with sprinkles. Fill a small bowl or dish with nonpareil sprinkles (the type shaped like tiny balls). Make your s'more, then dip each of the four edges into the sprinkles. The sprinkles will stick to the melted chocolate and marshmallow, giving it a burst of color.<ref | + | #Give it some color and texture with sprinkles. Fill a small bowl or dish with nonpareil sprinkles (the type shaped like tiny balls). Make your s'more, then dip each of the four edges into the sprinkles. The sprinkles will stick to the melted chocolate and marshmallow, giving it a burst of color.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#Make some deluxe s'mores by drizzling melted chocolate over them. After you have heated and assembled your s'mores, melt some chocolate in the microwave, then drizzle it over the s'mores. Put the s'mores into the fridge for a few minutes so that it can harden, then eat it. | #Make some deluxe s'mores by drizzling melted chocolate over them. After you have heated and assembled your s'mores, melt some chocolate in the microwave, then drizzle it over the s'mores. Put the s'mores into the fridge for a few minutes so that it can harden, then eat it. | ||
| − | #* For more color, sprinkle some small candies or sprinkles over the melted chocolate before it hardens and sets.<ref>http://livelaughrowe.com/smore-recipe-for-kids/</ref> | + | #* For more color, sprinkle some small candies or sprinkles over the melted chocolate before it hardens and sets.<ref name="rf9">http://livelaughrowe.com/smore-recipe-for-kids/</ref> |
#Finished. | #Finished. | ||
