The standard s'more is certainly a favorite and classic treat, consisting of a wonderful trio of graham cracker, marshmallow and chocolate. But with endless options of specialty chocolate along with flavored grahams and marshmallow, who can resist the creativity of putting a new … [Read more...]
The Perfectly Toasted Marshmallow with NPR Summer Science
Want to learn some science around the campfire? In this NPR series you'll learn about the science of the perfectly roasted marshmallow. It's the epic quest of campers everywhere: How do you get the perfectly toasted marshmallow? In our inaugural installment of NPR's Summer … [Read more...]
How to Roast a Perfect Marshmallow Over a Campfire
Roasting a marshmallow is an art. Getting the perfect brown crust and soft gooey middle is a trick that takes a bit of practice. Fortunately, I have some experience with this art and can teach it to you. Let’s begin. First, light your fire. Get your campfire started. You … [Read more...]
A History of the S’more
It’s one of the stickiest, sweetest classic campfire treats: the s’more! Named as such because everyone who enjoys the ooey gooey snack asks for “some more.” S’mores have been around since the 19th century, and they’re everyone’s favorite camping staple. They are easy to … [Read more...]