Easy American Flag S’mores Dip for BBQ Parties
Turn a few pantry staples into this fun and festive American flag s’mores dip. It’s the kind of easy dessert that looks like you tried hard, even though you really didn’t. This post contains affiliate links.
Warm, gooey, and no campfire required, this patriotic dessert is perfect for backyard BBQs, pool parties, or any time the snack table needs a red, white, and blue moment.
A No-Campfire S’mores Dessert Giving Patriotic Vibes
I’m not what you’d call outdoorsy. I like my desserts without a side of mosquito bites. But s’mores? Always a yes. This dip takes that chocolate-marshmallow magic and turns it into something even a glamping-averse person like me can fully commit to.
If you’re into dessert dips, you’ll also love this patriotic cheesecake dip. Super creamy and a hit at any summer gathering.
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Directions
Preheat your oven to 450°F. Set out three bowls—one with red sugar, one with blue, and one with plain water.
Stick a toothpick into each marshmallow. Dip it lightly in water, then roll in colored sugar. Make 3 blue, 8 red, and keep 5 plain.
Let them dry for 5 to 10 minutes. You want the sugar to stick well.
Cut each marshmallow in half with clean kitchen scissors. Wipe blades between colors to avoid mixing.
Pour the chocolate chips in an even layer in your baking dish. Add marshmallow halves cut-side down. Use the blue ones for a corner, then alternate red and white rows.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Watch closely toward the end. Marshmallows should puff and start turning golden.
Serve warm with graham crackers for dipping. That’s it.
Similar Recipes
Need more summer sweets? Try s’mores pudding cups for rich chocolate layers. S’mores cookie dough dip is a crowd favorite for edible dough lovers. Or go for s’mores skewers for easy grab-and-go gooeyness.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Use milk or white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet
- Swap red sugar marshmallows for strawberry slices
- Colored sprinkles may work if you can’t find sanding sugar
- Pretzel sticks are great dippers too
Tools you’ll need
Here are some kitchen tools you’ll need for this recipe.
Storage
This dip is best eaten right away while warm and gooey. If you do have leftovers, cover and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at a low temperature until melted again. The marshmallows won’t look quite the same, but the flavor holds up.
Tips & Tricks
- Damp, not soaked. Marshmallows just need a light touch of water.
- Cover with foil if browning happens too fast.
- Serve immediately. It’s best when warm.
- Prep marshmallows ahead to save time later.
Recipe Notes & FAQ
Can I use milk chocolate instead?
Yes. It’s a little sweeter but melts just as well.
How do I keep the marshmallows from burning?
Start watching around the 7-minute mark. If they brown too quickly, lower the oven temp a bit.
Do I have to use colored sugar?
Nope. If you don’t want the flag look, plain marshmallows still look great and taste amazing.
Patriotic Flag Smores Dessert Dip
Equipment
- 1 1-quart baking dish 8.5” x 6.5”
- Toothpicks
- Kitchen scissors
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Ingredients
- 16 Marshmallows
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate morsels
- Red sanding sugar
- Blue sanding sugar
- Graham crackers for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Fill two bowls separately with red and blue sanding sugar. Add water to a third small bowl.Red sanding sugar, Blue sanding sugar
- Skewer marshmallows individually using toothpicks, dip in water lightly, then coat in sugar. Make 3 blue, 8 red, and keep 5 plain white.16 Marshmallows
- Set marshmallows aside for 5 to 10 minutes to dry.
- Cut all marshmallows in half using clean kitchen scissors. Wipe blades clean between colors.
- Spread chocolate evenly into baking dish.12 oz semi-sweet chocolate morsels
- Place marshmallow halves cut side down over chocolate. Form a flag pattern with a corner of blue marshmallows for stars and alternating red and white rows for stripes.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes until marshmallows puff and lightly brown.
- Serve warm with graham crackers.Graham crackers
Notes
- Let dipped marshmallows dry completely before baking.
- Try pretzels or cookies instead of graham crackers.
- Keep an eye on marshmallows because they brown fast.
- Serves 6. Double for a bigger crowd.
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