Banana Split Smores Dip Recipe
This Banana Split S’mores Dip is a delightful twist on the classic s’mores, combining the gooey richness of melted chocolate and marshmallows with fresh banana slices, strawberries, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for indoor oven broiling or outdoor campfire cooking, this decadent dip is ideal for sharing with graham crackers on a cozy night or during a fun camping trip.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Equipment
Dip Ingredients
- 4 graham cracker sheets, crushed into crumbs
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus 1 tablespoon, divided
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 large banana, sliced (or 1/2 cup banana chips)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- Prepare the base: Crush about four graham cracker sheets into crumbs and lightly grease your 10”-12” cast iron skillet. Evenly sprinkle the crushed graham crackers over the bottom of the skillet to create the base layer.
- Add chocolate chips: Sprinkle 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the graham cracker crumbs in the skillet, laying the groundwork for the gooey chocolate layer.
- Layer marshmallows: Spread 1 1/2 cups of mini marshmallows on top of the chocolate chips, covering the entire surface of the skillet for that signature melty marshmallow topping.
- Add fresh fruits and nuts: Arrange the sliced banana and strawberries evenly on top of the marshmallows. Sprinkle the chopped pecans and the remaining 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips over the fruits for added crunch and chocolate bursts.
- Broil indoors or heat outdoors: If cooking indoors, place the skillet in the oven under the broiler set to HIGH. Broil for 3-4 minutes until the marshmallows puff up and turn golden brown. If cooking outdoors, place the skillet on a grate over indirect fire heat (such as a grill or campfire). Avoid direct flames to prevent burning. Heat until the marshmallows melt gently.
- Cool and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven or fire and let it cool for about 5 minutes to slightly set. Use graham cracker rectangles to scoop up the warm, melty dip and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Be careful when broiling as marshmallows can burn quickly; watch closely during the last minute.
- For a nuttier flavor, substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds as preferred.
- Use fresh fruits like sliced bananas and strawberries for a fresh twist, or opt for banana chips if fresh bananas are not available.
- This dip is best enjoyed warm; leftovers can be reheated briefly but may lose the melty texture.
- When cooking outdoors, place the skillet over indirect heat to avoid burning the chocolate and marshmallows.
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