Today I am sharing over 25 different ways to make a s’more, plus a free printable menu!
Putting Together a S’mores Bar
It’s officially s’more season! Nothing says “Summer” more than roasting marshmallows around a campfire, but what if you (gasp!) don’t like traditional s’mores? Some people are allergic to the ingredients in traditional s’mores and others just prefer something less sweet. Maybe you’re trying to eat healthy this Summer or maybe you just want to switch things up. Either way, I’ve put together a whole collection of new and improved ways to make a s’more! Gather these supplies to create a s’morgasbord of flavors (see what I did there?)! Create a cute display and diverse collection of ingredients that will surely please everyone in your crowd. I’ve even created a free printable menu with some great options.
What You Need
For my s’mores bar, I wanted it to look cute while on display, but I also wanted it to be easy to move. I put things on metal trays that would be easy to move closer to the fire. I put marshmallows in large glass gars and used little chalkboards for signs. I bought most of my supplies at Aldi. I wanted a large selection of gourmet items and I knew Aldi would give me the best bang for my buck. Here is a complete list of items I used:
- Graham crackers
- Large marshmallows
- Mini marshmallows
- Chocolate bars
- Peanut butter cups
- Caramels
- Hazelnut spread
- Peanut butter
- Raspberry jam
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Apples
- Dark chocolate
- Mint chocolate
- Pretzel crisps
- Crackers
- Pizzelle
- Fudge ripple cookies
- Chocolate chips
- Tin foil
- Plastic knives and spoons
- Trays
- Bowls
- Roasting sticks
Instead of Graham Crackers Use…
Graham crackers are great and all, but have you thought about using something else? Try one of these:
- Pizzelle
- Fudge ripple cookies
- Pretzel crisps
- Apple slices
- Ritz crackers
- Rice cakes
- Banana slices
Instead of Regular Chocolate Use…
What is even better than plain chocolate? Chocolate with peanut butter, of course! Try thinking outside the box and reaching for another form of chocolate. Try one of these:
- Peanut butter cups
- Almond Joy
- Caramels
Consider Spreading Some of This…
Even if the classic s’more is your style, spreading something on the graham crackers before adding a marshmallow and chocolate might be just enough of a change. Try spreading one of these:
- Peanut butter
- Hazelnut spread
- Fruit preserves or jelly
- Marshmallow fluff
Free Printable S’mores Menu
Download by clicking the link below!
Try One of These Combinations
If you need a little help thinking up some new combinations, try one of these!
- Pizzelle + hazelnut spread + marshmallow
- Graham cracker + banana slice + marshmallow + peanut butter cup
- Pretzel crisp + caramel + marshmallow
- Apple slice + caramel + peanut butter + marshmallow
- Banana slice + mini marshmallow + hazelnut spread
- Fudge ripple cookie + marshmallow + chocolate
- Fudge ripple cookie + strawberry + marshmallow
- Graham cracker + peanut butter cup + marshmallow
- Ritz cracker + apple slice + soft cheese
- Apple slice + peanut butter + marshmallow
Here are Some Other Things to Switch Up
I have to mention a few other obvious things you can try:
- Cinnamon or chocolate graham crackers
- Strawberry or chocolate flavored marshmallows
- Dip strawberries in marshmallow fluff and roast them over the fire!
- Make a banana boat instead! Do not peel the banana. Slice the banana on one side, lengthwise. Stuff with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips and peanut butter. Wrap in tin foil and place near the fire for 10 minutes. Enjoy!
Vickie
What a great idea~ I love it! Thanks for sharing.
Lucy
Living in England this is something I only know about from my friend in NY and blogs
but this year I shall try it.
Something I have introduced my friend to, which your children may like is fruit baskets.
Using peaches, nectarines or melon (good to share with sibling, friend, partner) as the basket. Cut in half and remove stone/seeds. Chop up small any fruit you like, we tend to use blueberries, cherries, strawberries, raspberries, banana, kiwi fruit, + sultanas, nuts.
Put this in the space left by removing the stone/seeds – eat as it is or top with marshmallow, wrap in tin foil and bake for 10 mins (serve on plates in dishes for little ones).
It’s been funny having children who didn’t like fruit but would beg for a fruit basket. I was assured this wasn’t really fruit! Or take centre out of a large dessert or cooking apple. Score through skin in several places, fill with fruit mix wrap in tin foil bake 10-15 mins. Great with icecream.
Lucy, Kent ~ England