Monday, March 30, 2009

Fruit S'mores

Strawberry S'mores
Strawberry S'mores

Okay, so this isn't exactly revolutionary, but I thought since it has become a family favorite, it was worth mentioning. This is a quick and easy treat that I like to put together when I'm short on time and need something sweet to eat. Basically, you add slices of fruit inside a s'more and voila ... you've got fruit s'mores. Just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds and you're done.

Banana S'mores
Banana S'mores

You can really get creative with flavors: just run wild with it. Other fruits you can try are raspberries, blueberries, apples, cherries, pineapples, pears, apricots and shredded coconut. You can also spread some strawberry jam, lemon curd, orange marmalade, nutella, peanut butter, Sunbutter or almond butter on the graham cracker for another layer of flavor.

Orange S'more
Orange S'mores

Fruit S'mores
allergy note: contains wheat and dairygraham crackers (plain, cinnamon or chocolate)
chocolate bar or chocolate chips (milk, dark, semi-sweet or white chocolate)
marshmallows (regular or mini)
slices of fruit (see suggestions above)
jam or nut butter (optional)
Line a microwave-safe plate with graham cracker squares. On each graham cracker, place some chocolate and marshmallows. Microwave for 15 to 20 seconds or until the marshmallows begin to puff. Place slices of fruit on top of the soft marshmallows then cover with another graham cracker square (if you want, you can spread jam or nut butter on the graham cracker before placing it on top). 
You can also prepare these in the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a layer of graham crackers then some chocolate and marshmallows. Bake for 5 minutes or until the marshmallows begin to puff. Remove from the oven and place slices of fruit on top of the soft marshmallows then cover with another graham cracker square.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

There's a bun in my oven

There's a bun in my oven

I'm thrilled to announce that my husband and I are expecting our second child this summer. It's been a long, emotional road leading to this point and I can't even begin to express how grateful and blessed I am to be carrying this baby. I had a difficult pregnancy the first time around, so I'm gonna be smart and take it easy this time. Which means I'm not gonna be baking as much as I'd like.


I'm gonna keep blogging, just not as often as before. Of course, things will slow down once the little one arrives. Maybe I'll venture into more no-bake desserts or quick and easy treats; basically anything that cuts my prep time in half so I'm not on my feet so much. I've also got some desserts from days past that I didn't get a chance to post, so I finally have the time to sit down and write about them as well.

Thank you for taking the time to read my blog and trying out my recipes. I love hearing from all of you and checking out your blogs. I do read your e-mails and I try my best to reply to them as quickly as possible.

Thank you again for your support and have fun making desserts!

Rianne from Art of Dessert