- Graham Cracker Pie Crust: Perfect base for your smores pie, providing the classic texture.
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: Indulge in rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate perfection.
- Marshmallows: Soft and fluffy, ensuring you achieve that gooey goodness every time.
- Mini Marshmallows: Great for layering and adding a fun texture to your dessert.
- Butter: Enhances flavor and helps with the golden-brown crust of the pie.
Steps
**Creating a Delicious Smores Pie: A Step-by-Step Guide**
Indulge in the gooey, marshmallowy goodness of a classic smores pie! This recipe is perfect for any gathering or simply a cozy night in. Follow these detailed steps to make a scrumptious 5-ingredient smores pie that's both easy and delicious.
### **Ingredients:**
1. **Graham Crackers** - Crushed into crumbs.
2. **Dark Chocolate Chips** - Semi-sweet or bittersweet for the best flavor.
3. **Marshmallows** - Large size, to ensure they stay gooey.
4. **Butter** - For cooking and melting.
5. **Heavy Cream** - To create a smooth, creamy filling.
### **Step-by-Step Instructions:**
#### **Preparation (10 minutes)**
1. **Crush the Graham Crackers**: Place 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs in a food processor or plastic bag sealed with scissors. Pulse until fine.
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2. **Prepare the Butter Mixture**: In a saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the crushed graham cracker crumbs and stir to combine.
### **Filling Preparation (15 minutes)**
3. **Mix in Chocolate Chips**: Stir in 1 cup of dark chocolate chips until fully melted and combined.
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4. **Add Marshmallows**: Remove from heat, then add 6 large marshmallows, stirring gently to incorporate them into the mixture without breaking them apart too much.
### **Assembly (5 minutes)**
5. **Pour in Heavy Cream**: Slowly stir in 1 cup of heavy cream until everything is well combined and smooth.
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6. **Transfer to Pie Shell**: Pour the mixture into a pre-baked pie crust or use a glass dish for an easier cleanup. Smooth out the top.
### **Baking (25 minutes)**
7. **Bake at 350°F (180°C)**: Place in the oven and bake until set but still slightly jiggly, about 25-30 minutes.
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### **Cooling & Serving (10 minutes)**
8. **Let it Cool**: Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
9. **Serve**: Once cooled, cut into slices and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence.
Enjoy your homemade smores pie! This dessert is not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious, perfect for any occasion. For more recipe ideas or tips on baking techniques, visit our [blog](https://example.com/blog).
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