Experience the delight of s'mores without the campfire with these Gourmet S'mores Chocolate Chip Cookies. This recipe skillfully combines the traditional elements of s'mores—gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and crisp graham crackers—into a delectable cookie that's both nostalgic and innovative. Each cookie features a soft, chewy base packed with chocolate chips, topped with a perfectly toasted marshmallow and a piece of classic graham cracker for a crunchy finish.
Why You'll Love This
The unique combination of textures and flavors in these cookies makes them irresistibly delicious. The toasted marshmallow and melted chocolate create a sumptuous topping, while the graham cracker adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft cookie base. These cookies are a fantastic way to enjoy the taste of s'mores in a convenient, no-mess form.
Perfect Occasion
Perfect for any gathering where you want to impress, from book club meetings to children's parties, these cookies are sure to be a hit. They're also great for festive occasions like Christmas cookie exchanges or as a special treat to enjoy with family on movie night.
Decoration Tips
For a more decadent touch, drizzle the cookies with additional melted chocolate after they've cooled. A light sprinkle of sea salt on top can also enhance the flavors and add a gourmet twist.
Ingredients:
- 170g (1 1/2 sticks) butter, room temperature
- 200g (1 cup) brown sugar
- 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg + 1 egg yolk
- 280g (2 1/4 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp corn starch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 200g (1 cup) chocolate chips
- Large marshmallows, cut in half horizontally
- Graham crackers, each broken into four squares
- Hershey's chocolate bar, chopped
Instructions:
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Form Cookie Dough: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the cookies from the oven, press a marshmallow half onto each cookie, and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until the marshmallows are slightly toasted.
- Final Touch: Immediately press a piece of chocolate and a piece of graham cracker into the top of each marshmallow. Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Enjoy these Gourmet S'mores Chocolate Chip Cookies as a creative twist on a classic treat, perfect for delighting guests and satisfying your sweet tooth.
