It’s National S’mores Day, and I’m totally ready to
celebrate! The first thing that my son asked me (at 6 a.m.) was, “Is it time
for s’mores?” Well, not that early. But, for my S’mores Day holiday celebration
I decided to take my kids’ “cooking” (I use that word loosely, as the only
cooking that I did was in a microwave) up a notch.
I’m a fan of the non-traditional s’more. If you’re
looking for creative chocolate and marshmallow ideas, check out my pink princess strawberry sparkle, Frozen's Olaf melting snowmen and cherry red coconut ideas. I’m also a fan of combining
just about anything with children’s art activities. Math, reading, science ….and,
cooking! Since I’m not a fab chef, I stick to the basics. I’ve made cupcakes
that match famous artists’ work such as Monet and Jackson Pollock, along with
coloring mixing primary to secondary ones.
In recognition of this dessert-themed day, I’m
combining my love of art and all things sweet by making Modern Art S’mores!
These abstract marshmallow creations are fun to make and tasty to eat.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
·
Marshmallows
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Graham crackers
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Food coloring
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Chocolate
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Colorful sprinkles
Here’s What to Do:
1. Stack
the bottom graham cracker, the chocolate and the marshmallow.
2. Drip
drops of food coloring onto the marshmallow. Help your child to add one small
drop each. Like magic (or science) the teeny tiny drop will spread out across
the marshmallow. Keep in mind, food coloring stains. It will stain your table,
your carpet your clothes and your child’s hands. This is a messy art/cooking
activity. Prep for the mess accordingly and don’t fret if your little artist
turns her hands into a rainbow.
3. Microwave
the colorful creation for about 10 seconds. Every microwave varies, so you may
need to adjust the time. The colors will melt into an ooey, gooey puddle. Even
though I prefer the summer-time camping open fire version of roasting
marshmallows, it just won’t work with the food coloring.
4. Take
the s’more out of the microwave. Add colorful sprinkles and out the other graham
cracker on top!
Are you looking for more sweet s’mores? Follow my
Pinterest board for ideas!
Follow Mini Monets and Mommies's board Sweet S'mores on Pinterest.
I've never heard of S'Mores but these look really great to make with kids :)
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They are! And so easy.
DeleteOooh! Yummy I had no idea it was national s'mores day. This looks like a cool project!
ReplyDeleteI just found out a few days ago. Who knew?
Deleteoh yummo!! I wish I would have known earlier it was s'mores day! I would have used that as an excuse to indulge in some!
ReplyDeleteThese cooking styles can be great to be tested out to give amazing and surprised things to kids.
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