S'mores Mac Cheese Graham Crumble (Print Version)

Mac and cheese meets s'mores with gooey marshmallows, chocolate, and crunchy graham cracker crumble.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz elbow macaroni

→ Cheese Sauce

02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
04 - 2 cups whole milk
05 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
08 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ S'mores Topping

09 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
10 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

→ Graham Cracker Crumble

11 - 6 full graham cracker sheets, crushed
12 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
13 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
14 - Pinch of salt

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
04 - Gradually whisk in the 2 cups of whole milk, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and has thickened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
05 - Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheeses are fully melted and incorporated, creating a smooth sauce.
06 - Gently fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until it is evenly coated. Pour the mac and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
07 - Evenly sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips over the surface of the mac and cheese. Distribute the mini marshmallows on top of the chocolate chips.
08 - In a small bowl, combine the crushed graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the marshmallows.
09 - Bake the dish uncovered in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and the graham cracker topping is crisp.
10 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dish to set slightly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour for when comfort food cravings strike
  • Combines savory and sweet elements for an unexpected flavor adventure
  • Perfect crowd pleaser for both kids and adults with a sense of culinary adventure
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry
02 -
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving
  • Creates a wonderful textural contrast between creamy pasta and crunchy topping
  • Makes for excellent leftovers that can be reheated in the oven for best results
03 -
  • The key to the perfect texture is layering. Don't mix the chocolate and marshmallows into the mac and cheese—keeping them as distinct layers creates that authentic s'mores experience.
  • For an extra-special presentation, use a kitchen torch to brown the marshmallows just before serving instead of relying solely on the oven. This gives you more control over the exact level of toastiness.
  • Finally, serve this dish promptly after baking for the best experience of warm, gooey cheese contrasted with the crisp topping.

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