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Tips for assembling sensational savory s'mores

Firmer melting cheeses such as cheddar, Swiss, and provolone are especially ideal for savory s'mores. However, mini wheels of brie, fully encased in rind (which protects the gooey center from spilling), are a popular online choice. (If you were to cut squares of brie from a larger wheel with the paste exposed, it wouldn’t take long before it crumbled and fell into the fire.) If mini brie rounds are unavailable, Babybel makes a fantastic alternative that’s also easier on the budget.

To safeguard your precious cheese, consider using a two-pronged roasting stick like MalloMe's S'mores Sticks for enhanced stability. Some of these sticks extend over 2 feet, eliminating the risk of singeing your eyebrows while you aim for the perfect cheese pull.

Switching up the cheese isn’t the only way to elevate your campfire experience. In addition to crunchy toasts and nut-studded crackers, you can easily use Ritz or classic saltines topped with strawberry jam, Creole mustard, or peanut butter, along with thin slices of salami or bacon (an underrated ingredient for exceptional s'mores). Not into charcuterie? Go vegetarian by opting for sliced avocado or fire-roasted mushrooms instead of deli meats. And if you have leftover graham crackers from making the traditional treat, you have a wealth of flavor pairing options, from sharp, robust Parmesan to rich blue cheeses like Stilton. Ultimately, a roaring fire is all you need to transform your cheese and charcuterie boards into an impressive savory s'mores station that deserves a spot on your For You Page.