The Origin of the S’more

Summertime is filled with plenty of fun activities, but one summertime tradition that always stands out is camping. There is nothing better than getting out into the great outdoors and spending quality time with family, friends, and mother nature. That’s why at GiftWorksPlus, we offer so many custom frames, personalized keychains, and unique gifts in themes perfect for outdoorsmen or women. Some of our favorites include our sports frames, hobby frames, and travel frames that have creative designs for camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and basically any other summertime activity you can think of! As we were considering what makes camping such a great time, we could not forget the one classic camping dessert made over an open campfire: the s’more! But while everyone knows and loves s’mores, not many know where the idea came from. Here’s a brief history on the origin of the s’more: -While no one knows for sure what brilliant mind invented the s’more, the first published recipe actually came from a Girl Scout publication in 1927. -The recipe was under the title “Some Mores” and was written by Loretta Scott Crew. -Many argue that the recipe dates back to the Victorian age where popular desserts were “sandwich cookies” and were typically filled with a jam or cream. -Others say that the treat could have gained inspiration from the chocolate covered marshmallow cookie “Mallomar” or even the “MoonPie.” -Though roasting marshmallows was already a common practice for friends in the summertime during the 1890s, people opted to eat them directly off the stick rather than sandwiched between graham crackers and chocolate. -The recipe for s’more seems to be evolving nowadays! Many have tried adding peanut butter, Nutella, jam, strawberries, and even caramel. Regardless of how you enjoy your s’more, it’s sure to make your summer camping experience all the more fun and memorable. Don’t forget that while you’re out enjoying sleeping under the stars to take some great pictures of your friends and family enjoying the campfire treats! Then be sure to head over to our website to find personalized camp-fire inspired frames that are perfect for holding your favorite photos of you and friends making s’mores!