The Perfect Dessert for Summer | America's Test Kitchen

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars

Dark chocolate offers a richer flavor and can be more affordable.

graham cracker crust

🥗Healthier: oat crust

💰Cheaper: homemade cookie crust

Oat crust can be gluten-free and made with less sugar.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the graham cracker crust by mixing crushed graham crackers with melted butter until combined.

Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish.

Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then remove from the oven and let cool.

In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering, then remove from heat.

Add chocolate chips to the hot cream and let sit for a few minutes to melt.

Stir the chocolate mixture until smooth and combined, then pour into the cooled crust.

Top the chocolate layer with marshmallows, spreading them evenly.

Bake the pie for 10-15 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

For added flavor, drizzle melted chocolate over the top before serving.

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