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I created these s'mores sliders during a backyard party when rain threatened our campfire plans. The magic happens when soft buns meet melty chocolate and gooey marshmallows on a warm grill creating indoor s'mores that taste even better than the originals. Now they're our go-to dessert for gatherings rain or shine bringing all that campfire joy without any of the fuss.
Why This Works
Every bite brings warm gooey marshmallow melted chocolate and soft buttery bun perfect handheld s'mores without the sticky mess. Takes just minutes to put together feeds a crowd with minimal effort. Perfect for parties cookouts or anytime you need that classic s'mores fix.
Your Shopping List
- The Base: Soft slider buns Hawaiian rolls work perfectly here their sweetness adds something special.
- The Filling: Good chocolate bars break easily into squares big marshmallows one per slider.
- Extra Magic: Melted butter for brushing makes everything golden. Maybe some graham cracker crumbs peanut butter Nutella for mixing things up.
Let's Make Them
- Get Set Up
- Heat your grill low and slow or preheat the oven to 350°F. Line up those bun bottoms on a baking sheet.
- Build Your Sliders
- Add chocolate squares then marshmallows keep everything centered. They'll melt and spread as they warm.
- Get Them Toasty
- Put them on the grill or in the oven watch close they're done when marshmallows puff up chocolate gets melty.
- Finish With Style
- Add those top buns brush with melted butter serve while everything's warm and gooey.
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Kitchen Secrets
Keep that heat low prevents burning gives chocolate time to melt perfectly. Watch them close marshmallows can go from perfect to burnt quick. Butter those buns makes them extra golden delicious. Line your pan with foil makes cleanup super easy.
Serve Them Right
Perfect with cold milk or hot chocolate if it's chilly out. Set up a toppings bar crushed graham crackers nuts chocolate chips let people customize. Sometimes I add fresh fruit on the side balances all that sweetness nicely.
Make Ahead Tips
Best served fresh but you can prep everything ahead have it ready to go. Set up your assembly line makes putting them together quick and easy. Keep extra supplies nearby for second rounds nobody can eat just one.
Mix It Up
Try Nutella instead of chocolate add fresh strawberries. Peanut butter and milk chocolate makes them extra rich. Some nights we use dark chocolate feels more grown up. The recipe welcomes creativity while keeping that classic s'mores soul.
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Make Them Yours
Play with flavors until you find your perfect combination. My kids love extra marshmallows husband adds more chocolate. Some friends make them super fancy others keep it classic. That's what makes dessert fun taking a simple idea making it exactly how everyone likes it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these s'mores sliders in the oven?
- Yes, you can make these in the oven at 300°F. Place them on a foil-lined baking sheet and watch carefully until the chocolate melts and marshmallows soften.
- → How long do these sliders stay fresh?
- These sliders are best eaten within an hour of making them. They're meant to be enjoyed warm while the chocolate and marshmallows are still melty.
- → Can I use regular chocolate bars instead of chips?
- Yes, you can use chocolate bars instead of chips. Just chop the chocolate into small pieces first so it melts evenly during cooking.
- → Why use Hawaiian rolls for this recipe?
- Hawaiian rolls are perfect because of their sweetness and soft texture. They're also connected in the package which makes them easier to prepare and grill as one unit.
- → Can I make these ahead for a party?
- These sliders are best made just before serving. The chocolate and marshmallows need to be warm and melty for the best experience, and they don't store well once assembled.