Description
Gooey S’mores Rolls are a delightful dessert that combines the nostalgic flavors of classic s’mores into soft, fluffy rolls. Made with a tender yeast dough filled with mini marshmallows and chocolate chips, then topped with crushed graham crackers and optional chocolate sauce, these rolls deliver a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for a special breakfast treat, dessert, or anytime indulgence, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish, requiring some patience for dough rising but resulting in irresistibly melty and delicious s’mores rolls.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Topping
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- Optional: Chocolate sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the warm milk, melted butter, and the egg. Stir until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
- Knead the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten and structure.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size, which allows the yeast to ferment and dough to lighten.
- Roll Out the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick, creating a flat base for the filling.
- Add Filling: Evenly distribute the mini marshmallows and chocolate chips across the surface of the dough, ensuring every bite has gooey s’mores flavors.
- Roll It Up: Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log, keeping the filling inside and creating layers.
- Cut the Rolls: Slice the log into 12 equal pieces. Place each piece in a greased baking dish with the cut side facing up to allow them to expand while baking.
- Second Rise: Cover the dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes so they become fluffy and light.
- Preheat the Oven: While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it reaches the perfect temperature for baking.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and the marshmallows inside are melted and bubbly.
- Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the s’mores rolls to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes to set slightly before serving.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers generously over the top of the warm rolls to add crunch and extra flavor.
- Serve: Drizzle with chocolate sauce if desired for an additional indulgent touch, then enjoy these irresistible gooey s’mores rolls warm.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast without killing it.
- Use fresh instant yeast for best rising results.
- Kneading the dough properly helps create a tender, fluffy texture.
- Do not skip the second rise, as it makes the rolls lighter and fluffier.
- Optional chocolate sauce enhances the s’mores experience but is not necessary.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to restore softness and gooeyness.
