S'mores Chocolate Strawberries: Campfire Flavor Meets 805 Beach Town Vibes
When Beach Bonfires Meet Chocolate Strawberries
If you have ever sat around a bonfire at Hollywood Beach or Oxnard Shores with a s'more melting between your fingers, you already know that combination of toasty marshmallow, crackly graham cracker, and warm chocolate is pure magic. The sound of waves crashing in the background, the salty breeze mixing with that sweet campfire smoke, and good company all around. Now imagine all of that loaded onto a fresh, juicy Oxnard strawberry. That is exactly what we are making today, and trust us, it is even better than it sounds.
Here at Jazzy Sweet Treats, we are always looking for ways to celebrate our beautiful Ventura County community through dessert. When we first dreamed up this recipe, we were thinking about all those perfect summer evenings spent down at the beach with family and friends. We wanted to capture that feeling in something you could share at a party, bring to a potluck, or just enjoy on a quiet Tuesday night when you need a little taste of summer.
What You Will Need
- 1 pound large fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers (about 4 full sheets)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Toothpicks or skewers
- Parchment-lined baking sheet
- Kitchen torch (optional but highly recommended)
A quick note on ingredients. We always recommend getting your strawberries from one of the amazing local farm stands around Oxnard. The berries grown right here in our own backyard are sweeter and juicier than anything you will find shipped in from far away. Plus, supporting local farmers is something we take seriously at Jazzy Sweet Treats. It is one of the best parts of living in the 805.
Step-by-Step Recipe
Step 1: Prep Everything First
Wash and completely dry your strawberries. This step is more important than people realize. Any moisture left on the berries will cause the chocolate to seize up and get clumpy instead of smooth and glossy. We like to wash ours and then let them sit on a paper towel for at least 15 minutes, giving them a gentle pat before we start dipping. If you need a refresher on the basics, our classic chocolate-covered strawberries guide walks through all the fundamentals.
Crush your graham crackers into small crumbs by placing them in a zip-lock bag and rolling over them with a cup or rolling pin. You want a mix of fine crumbs and slightly larger pieces for texture. Those bigger chunks give you that satisfying crunch that makes s'mores so irresistible. Pour the crumbs onto a shallow plate. Have your mini marshmallows ready in a bowl.
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate
Combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. The coconut oil is our secret weapon. It helps the chocolate stay smooth, gives it a beautiful shine, and makes dipping so much easier. Melt in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth. This should take about 90 seconds total. Be patient and do not rush this step. Overheated chocolate gets grainy and nobody wants that.
Step 3: Dip and Roll
Hold each strawberry by the leaves, dip it into the chocolate about three-quarters of the way, let the excess drip off, then immediately roll the lower half in the graham cracker crumbs while the chocolate is still wet. The crumbs will stick beautifully. Work quickly here because the chocolate sets faster than you might expect. If you are making a big batch, you might need to gently rewarm your chocolate halfway through. Place each finished berry on parchment paper with a little space between them.
Step 4: Add the Marshmallow
While the chocolate is still slightly tacky, press 3 to 4 mini marshmallows onto one side of each strawberry. If the chocolate has already set, dab a tiny bit of melted chocolate on each marshmallow as glue. Here is where the fun part comes in. If you have a kitchen torch, give each marshmallow cluster a quick toast until they are golden and bubbly, just like over a campfire. That caramelized marshmallow smell will fill your kitchen and transport you straight to the beach. If you do not have a torch, you can broil them in the oven for about 30 seconds, watching very carefully. They go from perfect to burnt in the blink of an eye.
Step 5: Let Them Set
Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes to firm up the chocolate base while keeping those marshmallows perfectly pillowy on top. Resist the urge to skip this step. That short rest makes all the difference in getting a clean, satisfying bite.
The Perfect 805 Summer Treat
These s'mores strawberries are everything we love about living in Oxnard packed into one bite. The strawberries come from the fields just minutes from our kitchen. The s'mores flavor reminds us of bonfires down at the beach after a long day of surfing or just watching the sunset over the Channel Islands. We make these regularly at Jazzy Sweet Treats, and customers in Ventura County absolutely love them for summer parties, Fourth of July gatherings, and backyard barbecues.
They also make incredible gifts. Pack them in a pretty box for a birthday, a thank-you, or just because. If you are looking for the perfect assortment to gift, our treat box gift guide has ideas for combining these with other goodies. We have seen these little treats bring the biggest smiles to faces all across the 805.
Pick up the freshest berries you can find at a local Oxnard farm stand, crank up some music, and make a batch of these with someone you love. That is the 805 way. If you love mixing sweet and salty flavors like these s'mores strawberries, you might also enjoy our white chocolate covered pretzels for another crowd-pleasing treat. And if you would rather leave the chocolate work to us, stop by Jazzy Sweet Treats anytime. We would love to share a taste of beach bonfire magic with you.
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