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Gavotte S'mores

So a S'more walked into a Parisian bar..

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Byron Talbott
Mar 27, 2026
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There’s something about s’mores that refuses to grow up with us—in the best way. The crackle of a fire, the slow patience of toasting a marshmallow just right, but burning it half of the time with inevitable sticky fingers… it’s ritual as much as it is dessert. But every now and then, a classic deserves a little special attention—something subtle, elegant, and just unexpected enough to make you pause mid-bite.

Enter the Gavotte S’more.

This version leans into texture and finesse, swapping the familiar graham cracker base for delicate, crisp gavotte biscuits that shatter lightly with each bite. Paired with deeply melted chocolate and imperfectly burnt edges on a marshmallowy Italian meringue, the result is both nostalgic and refined—a campfire treat that somehow wandered into a patisserie and came back better for it.

Whether you’re making these over an open flame, under a broiler, or just chasing a moment of comfort on a regular weeknight, Gavotte S’mores are proof that even the simplest pleasures can evolve without losing their magic.

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