National S'more Day

The story

S'mores are a classic American treat enjoyed by many around campfires, at summer camps, and during backyard barbecues. The combination of graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows is a simple yet satisfying dessert that has been around for more than 90 years. You can trace the origin of s'mores back to the early 1900s through the Girl Scouts.

The first known s'mores recipe was published in the Girl Scouts handbook “Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts” in 1927. The recipe was called “Some More” and quickly became a popular treat among Girl Scouts on camping trips. The name “s'more” is a contraction of the phrase “some more,” what campers would say when they wanted another serving.

The first recorded use of “s'more” was in a 1938 recipe book called “The Campfire Girls' Book.” The classic s'more recipe contains three ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows. To make a s'more, roast a marshmallow over an open flame until it's golden brown and gooey.

Then, you sandwich the marshmallow between two graham crackers and a piece of chocolate. The heat from the marshmallow melts the chocolate, creating a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat. Over the years, people have put their spin on the classic s'more recipe.

Some variations include using different types of chocolate, such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate. Others use different types of crackers, such as cinnamon or chocolate graham crackers. Some even add toppings like peanut butter or bacon to make their s'mores even more unique.