I Tried Making Homemade Mallomars | Claire Recreates
On this special episode of Claire Recreates, Claire Saffitz tackles the beloved Mallomars, a treat adored in the Northeast but deserving of nationwide love. From crafting the perfect graham cracker base to whipping up a fluffy marshmallow and dipping it all in luscious chocolate, Claire brings this classic to life in a way only she can. If you love reimagined classics and want to celebrate the joy of homemade desserts, this episode is a must-watch. Don’t miss Claire’s creative take on this iconic treat—perfect for the holiday season! Happy Thanksgiving! We’re incredibly thankful for everyone who has joined us on this channel.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:25 Mallomars
02:06 Measurements
02:42 Ingredients
03:30 Game plan
03:58 Cookie base
15:59 Marshmallow topper
23:37 Assemble cookies
24:59 Temper chocolate & enrobe
29:27 Snap test
30:03 Comparison
31:53 Harris review
32:33 Cat cam
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Video Series:
Producer/Director: Vincent Cross
Camera Operator: Calvin Robertson
Editor/Motion Graphics: Hal McFall
Animation Credits:
Character Designer/Animator/Backgrounds: Jack Sherry
Character Rigger: Johara Dutton
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I’m from New England originally but grew up on the west coast – they were SUPER hard to find but we SOMETIMES could find them out west. I literally just bought some on amazon lol
Archie DOES like you! When he looked at you, his tail was upright with a little hook at the end, and that is a clear indicator that he was happy to see you and be with you.
19:44 someone’s baking in the background
can we get a handwashing supercut i know she scrubbin
In the Netherlands we used to call these 'n****r kisses' while I was growing up and in 2006 there were people furious about renaming them as just 'kisses'. These were gentler times.
Anyone else notice Claire is pregnant! 🤰🏻
I remember when Claire really disliked tempering chocolate lol. But seems like she doesn’t mind it now. The growth lol
long term watcher here and I just wanted to say I am so happy for you!! I will not say on what but congrats 💖
If this cookie is Claire approved, I have GOT to get my hands on it somehow
17:16 I see you! LOL
So many cat interruptions this episode, love it! Haha. Just like my kitchen
Well done! The homemade looks sooo good!
I’ve never had these but I’ve had wagon wheels. Can anyone confirm if these are similar-ish??
the original nara smith ‼️
I love that discipline of the children just consist of “aww but look how cute” while doing something to move them 😂
I am so glad I don't have a cat leaving it's hair in everything I cook.
As an Aussie i really wanna see you try tim tams. They're available in the states now, but theyre an aussie invention.
Tunnocks tea cakes. Is the one in UK… Brutally delicious. Don't know the USA brand. But if you can try tunnocks tea cakes.
These are similar to wagon wheels and viva puffs! Though the viva puffs have a jam in them too
More outdoor earth oven videos PLEASE
i think this has been the calmest Claire’s recreates i’ve seen, nailed everything at the first attempt, it was perfect omg.
In Perú we have those but they are called Beso de Moza and they are so much taller, but delicious anyway!
southern mallomar = moon pie
is there any substitute for gelatin?
these look very similar to "viva puffs" here in Canada
Am I a jerk or is she pregnant?? 🥳
I'm from the DC area, and grew up with Mallomars.
I love this series Claire!!! Thank you ❤❤❤❤
19:18 ringo 🫠🥹🫠🫠🫨😭
These cookies are also available commercially in Serbia and the rest of west Balkan. They’re called Munchmellow by Jaffa here. They’re basically the same, just with a different name.
Closest thing we have in Idaho is nabisco pinwheels
4:29 the mark of an expert baker/chef. Her ability to pivot and substitute ingredients quickly demonstrates her plethora of knowledge. It’s so impressive
I enjoy the irony of "I'm always baking … so I'm not buying store bought cookies to have around for sweets" – while standing in front of 5 boxes of Mallomars. This is literally speaking to me in my native "I both bake and shop at Costco" language, Claire.
"Can we get this cat outta here"?
"He's so cute though"!
I love Harris
So is this something you think you will make again?
as someone from west coast l I only heard of these from Gilmore girls and I have only been able to find in my store the off brand. I haven’t swung to buy them online yet but this might have convinced me this is a need lol
holy crap best one yet!!! they match so well and look so good! I bet they taste awesome!
Suggesting an attempt at making Cheetos again!
Queen Claire!!! Can you make Big Debra’s honey buns?
Honey Buns would be an interesting challenge! We love them in our house
Never thought I’d see the day that Claire doesn’t shudder at “tempered chocolate”
Claire: adds hard-boiled egg yolk to inhibit gluten formation
Also Claire: uses a mixer with the dry ingredients
(Note, this seems to be an American thing, I don't know any other chefs or home cooks that try to mix uses a hdn mixer or stand mixer once the flour is added, but it definitely creates more gluten and makes things tougher, I get for massive batches bakeries will do it, but it's better to hand mix things once the flour is added)
Ralphy always had one in magic school bus and I always thought it was made up for the show
Still waiting for red velvet cake
LOVE the video as always :)) Just wanted to comment to say please get the streak on your left thumbnail looked at by a Dr – could be nothing, but could also be melanoma.
I’ve never had these before, but they look amazing! Now I want to make them.
I live in Pittsburgh. sadly these are not sold near me. they look amazing though
"Sorry to anyone who has never heard of them"
Me, a non amarican who has never heard about 90% of what she makes: 👍
I would love to see Claire do the cookies you get on airplanes! I love those!