Name: Patriotic S’mores Dip Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 Large Marshmallows; 12 oz bag semi-sweet chocolate morsels; Red sanding sugar; Blue sanding sugar; Graham crackers, for dipping; Toothpicks (for dipping marshmallows)

Introduction

This Patriotic S’mores Dip is a fun and festive twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for gatherings or summer celebrations, it combines melty chocolate with colorful marshmallows arranged like an American flag for a sweet treat everyone will love.

A clear glass dish shows a fun s'mores dessert with toasted marshmallows on top arranged in a flag pattern. The top left corner has nine square marshmallows colored bright blue with a slightly toasted texture. The rest of the dish is covered by red marshmallows with a sugar sparkle effect, except for two horizontal rows of plain toasted marshmallows that go across the middle, creating white stripes. The dish sits on a white cloth with blue stripes, on a white marbled surface, with some plain rectangular graham crackers and white marshmallows scattered around. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Toothpicks
1-quart Pyrex dish or equivalent baking dish (8.5” x 6.5”)
16 large marshmallows
12 oz bag semi-sweet chocolate morsels
Red sanding sugar
Blue sanding sugar
Graham crackers, for dipping
Water (for dipping marshmallows)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 2: Fill two small bowls with red and blue sanding sugar. If you like, prepare a third bowl with white sanding sugar, or leave the marshmallows plain for the classic golden look.
Step 3: Skewer one marshmallow at a time with a toothpick and dip it into a bowl of water until fully coated.
Step 4: Let excess water drip off, then roll the marshmallow in either red or blue sanding sugar.
Step 5: Make 3 blue marshmallows and 8 red marshmallows. Set aside 5 plain white marshmallows.
Step 6: Let all marshmallows sit for 5–10 minutes so the sugar can dry and set.
Step 7: Using clean kitchen scissors, carefully cut all marshmallows in half. Wipe the blades between cutting colors to keep colors neat.
Step 8: Pour the chocolate chips into the baking dish and spread into an even layer.
Step 9: Arrange the halved marshmallows cut-side down on top of the chocolate. Place the blue marshmallows in the upper-left corner to form the “stars” section of the flag.
Step 10: Use the red and white marshmallows to create alternating stripes across the rest of the dish.
Step 11: Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and lightly golden on top.
Step 12: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving with graham crackers for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Use kitchen scissors to cut the marshmallows for a cleaner edge and easier arrangement.
Try different colored sanding sugars or edible glitter to customize for other holidays or themes.
For extra gooeyness, add a layer of peanut butter under the chocolate chips before baking.
If you don’t have semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk or dark chocolate can work just as well.

Storage

Store any leftover s’mores dip in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a low oven or microwave for a few seconds to soften before serving. This dip is best enjoyed warm and fresh.

How to Serve

A rectangular white tray filled with three main layers arranged to look like an American flag. The bottom layer is a base of white marshmallows laid evenly in rows, some topped with red sugar crystals forming red stripes. In the top left corner, white marshmallows are topped with blue sugar crystals arranged in a square. Around the edges of the tray, whole light brown graham crackers stand upright and are also stacked flat along the bottom. A small pile of chocolate spread is visible in the lower right corner with one graham cracker dipped in it. The tray is placed on a white marbled surface with a red and white striped cloth partially underneath, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the marshmallows and chocolate in the dish and refrigerate it for a few hours before baking. Just bring it close to room temperature before baking for even melting.

What can I use if I don’t have sanding sugar?

If you don’t have sanding sugar, you can use regular granulated sugar, though it won’t have the same sparkle or crunch. Colored sugar crystals from the baking aisle are a good substitute as well.

Patriotic S’mores Dip Recipe

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This Patriotic S’mores Dip is a festive and fun twist on the classic campfire treat, perfect for celebrating national holidays like the Fourth of July. Featuring layers of melted semi-sweet chocolate topped with colorful marshmallows decorated with red and blue sanding sugar, this easy-to-make dip is served warm with graham crackers for dipping. It’s visually striking and deliciously gooey, making it a crowd-pleaser at any summer gathering or party.

Author: Elias
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Ingredients

16 Large Marshmallows
12 oz bag semi-sweet chocolate morsels
Red sanding sugar
Blue sanding sugar
Graham crackers, for dipping
Toothpicks (for dipping marshmallows)

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 450°F to prepare for baking the s’mores dip.
Prepare sanding sugar bowls: Fill two small bowls with red and blue sanding sugar. Optionally, prepare a third bowl with white sanding sugar, although the classic look is achieved by leaving some marshmallows plain.
Coat marshmallows with water: Using a toothpick, skewer one marshmallow at a time and dip it fully into water.
Apply colored sugar: Let excess water drip off the marshmallow, then roll it in the red or blue sanding sugar to coat completely.
Create colored marshmallows: Make 3 blue marshmallows and 8 red marshmallows coated with sanding sugar. Set 5 marshmallows plain for the white stripes.
Dry the marshmallows: Let all marshmallows sit for 5 to 10 minutes so the sanding sugar can dry and set firmly.
Cut marshmallows in half: Using clean kitchen scissors, carefully cut each marshmallow (both colored and plain) in half. Clean scissors between colors to maintain neatness.
Prepare chocolate layer: Pour the bag of semi-sweet chocolate morsels into a 1-quart Pyrex or equivalent baking dish and spread into an even layer.
Arrange marshmallows on chocolate: Place the halved marshmallows cut-side down on top of the chocolate. Start by arranging the blue marshmallows in the upper-left corner to mimic the stars section of the American flag.
Create stripes with marshmallows: Use the red and white marshmallows to form alternating stripes across the remaining surface of the dish.
Bake the dip: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the marshmallows are puffed up and lightly golden on top.
Serve immediately: Remove from the oven and serve warm with graham crackers for dipping.

Notes

To keep the marshmallow colors vivid, avoid overheating them during baking.
Cutting marshmallows in half ensures easier dipping and perfectly sized pieces for the s’mores dip.
Allow the coated marshmallows enough time to dry to prevent sugar from falling off in the oven.
You can substitute the Pyrex dish size as long as it roughly holds 1 quart and provides a similar surface area.
Use clean scissors and wipe blades between cutting colors for a clean presentation.
This recipe is best served fresh and warm for the gooey texture.

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