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We are not what you would call an outdoorsy type of family.
We like the internet. We like central air. We super like not having bugs crawl on us.
Nature is kind of dirty and sticky and sweaty and that’s not really our thing.
But! A couple of years ago, I lost my mind during an online Black Friday sale, as one does, and I purchased a little fire pit for our back yard. My husband has never rolled his eyes so hard in his life.
Us. Outside. Sitting around a fire. I mean, he was totally game for it, but he knew that the kids and I would sit out there for about 2 minutes and then retreat back to the safety of the house.
He underestimated the power of the s’mores, though. Sure, we already do our weekly Saturday Night S’mores Party (click to find out how to make s’mores indoors!), but the lure of an open fire and big sticks and humongous marshmallows really drew us in.
We used the heck out of the fire pit until we moved to a new house and someone forgot to put it on the moving truck. *sigh*
We’ve been scoping out some fancy fire pits now that my little cheapie one is gone forever. I want one that will last and that looks pretty, but my husband thinks that the power of the roasted marshmallow is going to wear off any day and the fire pit will just sit out back without any visitors. He’s wrong, of course.
I mean, I have an entire category on this blog devoted to s’mores recipes!
Anyway, when Campfire® Marshmallows reached out and asked me to create a new s’mores recipe, I was all over it! S’mores is just about the only thing powerful enough to get me outside on a hot summer night, so it’s safe to say the love runs pretty deep.
We love Campfire® Giant Roasters Marshmallows. They’re huge and make the perfect ooey gooey mess of a s’mores. I upped the s’mores ante by using apple slices instead of graham crackers, spreading them with peanut butter, and sprinkling on some chocolate chips. My kids went nuts for these s’mores and so did I!
Peanut Butter Apple S'mores
Ingredients
- 1 Granny Smith apple
- 3 giant marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons milk chocolate chips
- Lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Use an apple corer to remove the core from the apple.
- Slice the apple into 1/4 inch thick rounds, discarding the top and bottom. You should get about 6 slices per apple, depending on the apple size.
- If you're not making s'mores right away, brush both sides of the apple slices with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
- Spread half of the apple slices with peanut butter and sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
- Roast the marshmallows over an open fire until melty and golden brown.
- Place the marshmallows over the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Top with the remaining apple slices.
CakePants says
These are so creative! I’m not even a big fan of s’mores (I get kind of a sugar rush from them), but this version with fruit and peanut butter looks irresistible! As for not having a fire pit, I’ve seen my dad toasting marshmallows over a gas stove burner in moments of desperation. It seems to work quite well 😛
Karly says
I do the gas stove trick too! No shame!!! 😉
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
The power of roasting marshmallows will never wear off! haha Oh my gosh that dang for leaving the fire pit behind! I would have cried!
Emily says
Oh my gosh! Using apple slices for the graham cracker portion of the s’mores is genius!! My kids are going to be all over this!
Joanne says
The power of s’mores should really not be underestimated. I mean, I’m fairly certain they are the key to world peace!
Kathleen @ Yummy Crumble says
These are perfect! Is it a stretch to say they’re healthy? You know what, screw it. It’s healthy and I’m a good mom because we’re totally stuffing our faces with these. 🙂
Cathleen @ A Taste Of Madness says
You don’t even know how jealous I am that you had a camp fire pit in your backyard. Around where I live, it seems like EVERYONE has one. Also I love the smell, and sitting beside it 🙂
This looks amazing! A healthier take on smores? Count me in!!
Stephanie says
Ugh! Every time I go to your site (and your site only) my computer freezes or slows waaay down. It bums me because I LOVE your posts and recipes and I cannot pin. Is anyone else having this problem or is it on my end? (And why have I not thought of apple slices!! these are AWESOME!!!)
Karly says
Hmm, I haven’t heard of anyone else having that problem. Are you on a mobile device or your computer?
steph says
Oh good idea. I will check from my phone. I was on my PC.
Elaine @Flavour and Savour says
Haven’t made these for years, but have lots of fond memories of s’mores around an open fire on the beach. Love this healthier version!
Glory/ Glorious Treats says
My children are currently cleaning my house for the promise of s’mores around our fire pit tonight! S’mores are powerful things! =) These are totally gorgeous and such a fun twist on a classic!
Shelly says
Umm..yes please! Love this idea…yummy.
Carlee says
Weekly s’mores party?! I’m moving in with you for sure!
Tom ~ RYG says
Haha, we are total opposites. Love the outdoors, love the smell of fire, love being crammed into a tent with the family. Ok, maybe not so much. Bugs not so much either but I just gargle with deet and I’m good. Plus, my wife says to shove dryer sheets down your shirt and under your socks and that will repel the bugs. These smores are completely awesome, the apples are brilliant here, gonna get my hands on some Granny Smiths today. Better for you than graham crackers, I actually can’t wait to make these.