Description
These Golden S’mores Rolls bring the nostalgia of a campfire treat right into your kitchen without the need for a fire pit. Soft, fluffy yeast dough is swirled with a rich chocolate ganache and graham cracker crumbs, then finished with a cloud of toasted homemade marshmallow meringue. You will love the combination of the tender, golden roll and the gooey, glossy meringue that gets lightly toasted to perfection.
Ingredients
For the dough
- 1 cup Milk, warm
- 1/4 cup Water, warm
- 2 1/4 teaspoons Instant Yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, divided and melted (2 tablespoons for the dough, 2 tablespoons for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
For the chocolate graham cracker filling
- 1/8 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1/8 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/3 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs (about 1 1/2 to 2 graham cracker sheets), finely crushed
For the marshmallow meringue topping
- 2 Large Egg Whites, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the warm milk, warm water, instant yeast, sugar, flour, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and salt. Mix until just combined. Switch to the dough hook and knead on low speed for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Chocolate Filling
While the dough rests, combine the cocoa powder, heavy cream, chocolate chips, sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium saucepan. Whisk continually over low-medium heat until the mixture is smooth and blended. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 3: Roll and Fill
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and coat a 9.5-inch round pan with baking spray. Roll the dough into a 10-inch by 16-inch rectangle. Brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Spread the cooled chocolate filling over the butter, then sprinkle evenly with graham cracker crumbs.
Step 4: Cut and Bake
Roll the dough tightly starting from the long side and pinch the seams to seal. Cut into 8-10 equal rolls and place them cut-side down in the prepared pan. Bake for 25-28 minutes until light golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Create the Meringue
In a double boiler over simmering water, whisk the egg whites and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved (about 5-6 minutes). Transfer to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Whip on high until soft peaks form, then add cream of tartar, salt, and vanilla. Continue whipping until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 10 minutes total).
Step 6: Top and Serve
Generously spread the marshmallow meringue over the warm rolls. For the full s’mores experience, toast the meringue lightly using a kitchen blowtorch or by placing it briefly under the oven broiler (watch closely to prevent burning).
Notes
Slicing Tip: To keep your rolls perfectly round without squishing the dough, try using unflavored dental floss to cut the log. Slide the floss under the roll, cross it over the top, and pull quickly to slice through.
Room Temperature Eggs: Ensure your egg whites are truly at room temperature before heating them. This allows the proteins to bond better, resulting in a fluffier, more voluminous meringue.
Freezing: If you want to prep ahead, you can bake the rolls, let them cool completely, and freeze them without the topping. When ready to serve, thaw, warm them up, and whip up the fresh meringue.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: smores sweet rolls, chocolate yeast rolls, marshmallow meringue topping, campfire dessert, homemade sweet rolls, baked s'mores