August is the unofficial marshmallow month—with National S’mores Day on August 10 and National Toasted Marshmallow Day on August 30.
Marshmallows originated in Ancient Egypt. They were made from the sweet, gooey sap extracted from the mallow plant and mixed with honey to make candy. The sticky treat was so good, it was reserved exclusively for royalty.
We thought it fitting to elevate the marshmallow by debunking the idea that they’re just for campfires with five ways to celebrate with marshmallows.
Gourmet Marshmallows
There’s nothing quite like homemade marshmallow. Put the jet-puffed variety
to shame and experiment with this recipe for gourmet marshmallows
from Delish.com.
Plus, we’ve got troubleshooting tips from RCI’s past blog
post—click
here to read more.
S’mores Fudge Bars
Made with a buttery graham cracker
crust, generous layer of rich chocolate and topped with gooey toasted marshmallow,
these s’mores fudge bars would be difficult for anyone to pass up.
Fun fact: According to the National Confectioners Association (NCA), more than 50 percent of all marshmallows sold are eventually toasted over a fire each summer (candyusa.com).
Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel
Dipped Marshmallows
Salted caramel
amps up the flavor of chocolate-dipped marshmallows. With flavors this
sophisticated, forget the campfire—crank up the kitchen torch and pass the
graham crackers.
Fluffer Nutter Bites
Love marshmallows? Love peanut butter? Who doesn't?! Don’t miss this recipe for gooey and crunchy Fluffer Nutter Bites.
Get the recipe here.
Roasted Marshmallow Toppings Kit
If they can build it, they will come. Bundled take-home kits have been a popular option for people spending more time at home. Let consumers
build their own roasted marshmallow bar with a bundled kit that’s perfect for small
gatherings or an easy after-dinner treat. This twist on s’mores replaces chocolate
bars with chocolate sauce and caramel sauce to coat toasted marshmallows before
rolling them in any variety of crunchy topping like roasted nuts, pretzel
pieces and crushed candy bits. Don’t forget to include wooden skewers as part
of your kit.
Highlight your gourmet treats this summer with fun ways to celebrate marshmallows.
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