This time of year, I just want all the fruity drinks, grilled meats, and fun summer staples like some melty s'mores! This Oven S'mores Dip was super easy to make and totally screamed summer. And since it was broiled instead of baked, it really didn't heat up the house too much! The toasted marshmallow topping felt just like a crunchy, golden, charred marshmallow you'd pluck from a stick after roasting. The chocolate ganache felt fancy, but without all the extra fuss! Serve it with some graham crackers, animal crackers, or however else you feel like having it! You could totally make this in a skillet or over a fire too. So much nostalgia! Yum.
To get started on this recipe, first lightly grease a small and shallow oven-safe dish with cooking spray.
Spread the chocolate chips in an even layer on the bottom of the dish.
Next, in a small saucepan, heat cream and butter on medium low, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, until butter has melted and the mixture begins to steam, not boil, 3-4 minutes.
Pour the mixture over the chocolate chips until mostly submerged, not covering.
Set aside, undisturbed, for 3-4 minutes.
By doing this, the steam is going to gently melt the chocolate chips right into the cream and butter. This ensures nothing gets burnt, while also creating a rich and decadent chocolate layer.
Next, stir the mixture until smooth. Don't worry if all of the chocolate chips haven't completely melted. They will in the oven!
The ganache will be thick, but that's okay - it's going to be the base of our dip!
To make the oven s'mores dip:
Stir the vanilla, salt, and espresso powder into the chocolate ganache, then top with marshmallows lined in even rows.
Broil on high for 5-7 minutes, until the marshmallows appear golden and gooey.
To serve:
Garnish oven s'mores dip with a pinch of flaky salt, then serve immediately with graham crackers broken into segments or animal crackers. Enjoy!