Graham crackers (marshmallow sandwich)

Captivating Graham Crackers Recipe for Marshmallow Sandwiches

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 12 sandwiches

Discover the delight of graham crackers, a simple and quick recipe perfect for creating marshmallow sandwiches, a dessert that will bring smiles to everyone's faces. These crunchy and sweet cookies are the ideal combination of flavor and texture, and once you make them, you won't be able to get enough. Let's get started!

Ingredients for Graham Crackers:
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 100 g brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 110 g butter, at room temperature
- 60 ml cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for an extra flavor boost)

Ingredients for Marshmallow Sandwiches:
- 200 g marshmallows
- 100 g chocolate (optional, to add a decadent touch)

Step 1: Preparing the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. This mixture will form the base of your graham cookies. Make sure the ingredients are well combined for an even taste.

Step 2: Adding the Butter
Add the diced butter to the flour mixture and, using your fingers, work it until you achieve a texture similar to fine crumbs. This technique is essential for obtaining that delicious and tender crust.

Step 3: Moistening the Dough
In another bowl, mix the cold water with the vanilla extract if you chose to use it. Gradually add this mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring with a spatula until the dough starts to come together. Do not over-knead!

Step 4: Rolling Out the Dough
On a floured work surface, roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it reaches a thickness of about 5 mm. Use a knife or pastry cutter to cut the dough into rectangular or square shapes.

Step 5: Baking
Place the cut cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 12-15 minutes, until they become lightly golden. Let them cool on a rack to maintain their crunchy texture.

Step 6: Assembling the Sandwiches
Once the cookies have completely cooled, you can start assembling the sandwiches. Place a marshmallow on one cookie and, if desired, add a slice of chocolate on top. Cover with another cookie, and for an intense flavor, you can choose to toast the marshmallow over a fire until it becomes fluffy and sticky.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve the marshmallow sandwiches warm, alongside a cup of hot chocolate or milk. They are perfect for winter evenings or for a party with friends.

Variations:
Experiment with different marshmallow flavors, such as chocolate or strawberry, or add ground nuts to the dough for extra texture.

These Graham Crackers are not just a delicious dessert but also a fun cooking activity, perfect to do together with loved ones. Enjoy every bite and savor the flavorful moments!

1. Graham Crackers I mixed flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. I added butter and mixed until I got crumbs. Separately, I mixed honey with milk and vanilla and added them to the flour, creating a sticky dough. I turned it out onto a floured surface and formed a rectangle 3 cm thick, wrapped the dough in foil, and left it in the fridge until the next day (at least 2 hours). I rolled the dough to a thickness of 3 mm, directly on the parchment paper, then cut rectangles of 8x6 cm, spaced 2-3 cm apart. I sprinkled the sugar mixed with cinnamon (they should cool until hardened for about 30 minutes, I skipped this) and baked them for 12 minutes at 175 degrees C until they were lightly browned. They can be paired two by two with a cream of cheese, powdered sugar, and butter. I made them with marshmallow. 2. Marshmallows I boiled sugar with water until dissolved. The recipe says to mix gelatin with the hot syrup. I took it off the heat, cooled it, and then added gelatin, dissolved in the microwave/steam bath - since I used sheets and granules in the mixture (be careful with the type of gelatin used and the temperatures, as boiling can destroy properties, usually indicated on the package what temperatures it can withstand). I mixed well, and after the syrup whitened, I added essence and a little coloring and continued to mix until it hardened. Then I poured it into a 21x30 cm tray lined with oiled parchment paper. I let it harden and then cut it with a knife greased with oil. Since I used them for the graham crackers, I didn't coat them in powdered sugar, just formed the sandwiches. Enjoy your meal! The Graham Crackers recipe was proposed by PaulaM on the recipe forum.

 Ingredients: Graham crackers: 280 g whole wheat flour, 200 g brown sugar, 100 g honey, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp salt, 100 g cold butter, cubed, 75 ml whole milk, vanilla. Topping: 3 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Marshmallows: 10 g gelatin soaked in 80 ml water, 60 ml water, 225 g sugar (I used sugar and fructose), flavors, coloring.