Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Why I Love Kris.

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You know you found your soulmate when you realize that otherwise inconvenient or BORING situations become enjoyable, funny and some of the best memories. Kris and I love a fancy date night out, but we have just as much fun pushing the cart around the grocery store. Vacations are amazing, but we have moments that our every bit as good just driving around our city together.

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

After last weeks beach barbecue I wanted a re-do on a sunnier day. We spent at least an hour wandering Giant Eagle on Saturday finding the perfect ingredients for our delicious Sunday beach bbq. It wasn’t hard to find everything we needed there, but we love shopping together so we always take our time. It was clear skies and sunny Saturday. Checking the weather didn’t even cross my mind. Until Sunday morning… it was a 90% chance of rain all. day. long. I will admit, I was pretty disappointed that our plans were ruined. I had gotten cookies for s’mores, the most yummy gourmet bacon cheddar burgers, all the veggie toppings, drinks, everything…

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael BurgessBest BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Kris knew how I was looking forward to this, so without me noticing he packed the bbq in the car and pretty much forced me to get in so we could go have some fun. It was raining just a little, so he drove all around the park until he found this big beautiful tree right by the lake. It protected us from the rain. He put the bbq underneath and then dragged a SUPER heavy picnic table across the lawn so it could be under the tree too. As we unpacked the basket Kris laughed when he realized I had forgotten a flipper for the bbq. He grabbed a flat rock and a stick and made his own flipper by wrapping tinfoil around them. I am pretty sure he earned some kind of boy scout badge.

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Things got even more interesting though. Just as we were eating our burgers the trickle of rain turned into a MAJOR downpour. Kris felt it coming and got both the kids in their carseats while I packed up the food. By the time we got everything in the car it looked like we had been in the shower fully clothed. But instead of bing frustrated we took selfies in the pouring rain so we could document the moment.

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Since our barbecue was cut short we didn’t get to make the delicious amores I had planned, using Farmhouse Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies and giant marshmallows I found right by the Giant Eagle checkout. We set up the barbecue on the balcony when we got home and as soon as it stopped raining we went out and made our s’mores. They were beyond good…

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Barbecued Chocolate Chip Cookie Chocolate Surprise S’more Recipe

These s’mores are divine and the key to them is the delicious Farmhouse cookies by Milano… So soft and crumbly and fresh. We may or may not have finished a whole package of them before even making the s’mores. You can get all the ingredients at Giant Eagle.

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Ingredients:

  • 1 package Farmhouse Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie
  • 7 giant Marshmallows
  • 1 regular size Milk Chocolate Bar

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Directions:

  1. Slice a small opening in the top and center of each marshmallow.
  2. Slip a square of chocolate inside each marshmallow.. Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess
  3. Sandwich it between two cookies and wrap it in tinfoil.
  4. Put it on the barbecue on medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side! Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess
  5. Enjoy 🙂 Especially that chocolate surprise on the inside… Mmmmmm! Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Perfect Beach Barbecue Bacon Cheddar Burgers Recipe

A good burger is all about the toppings for me. These burgers were the perfect combination of cheesy, bacon goodness and fresh ingredients. The gourmet bacon cheddar burgers are made with Certified Angus Beef and can be found in the fresh meat section of Giant Eagle. I usually buy frozen burgers and was blown away by how much better these were!

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Ingredients:

  • Certified Angus Beef Bacon Cheddar Gourmet Burgers
  • Fresh Rolls
  • Hellmans Mayo
  • Mustard
  • Ketchup
  • Arugala
  • Onions
  • Tomatos
  • Mushrooms
  • Dill Pickles
  • Swiss Cheese (sliced)

Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess

Directions:

  1. Before heading out to the bbq slice the mushrooms, onions and tomatoes.
  2. Heat up the grill between medium and high.
  3. Once the grill is ready pop on your gourmet burgers. Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess
  4. Flip every five minutes or so till the burgers are cooked to your preference.
  5. Melt some swiss cheese on top of the burger before taking it off the grill. Best BBQ Chocolate Surprise S'mores Best Beach BBQ Burger by Rachael Burgess
  6. Pile your burger and all the toppings on the bun and ENJOY!

I was prepared for a super not fun bbq – who wants to barbecue in the rain?! But somehow all the little inconveniences made the whole experience laugh worthy and so much more memorable. This day was right up there with some of our Florida vacation memories on the beach. I just love the way anything can feel special and memorable when you are doing it with someone you love. I am looking forward to a whole bunch more beach barbecues this summer. Hopefully we get some clear weather, but if it does rain, we will have fun anyways!

Who else is gearing up for all the beach barbecues this summer? Anyone else ever barbecued in the RAIN?! Check out more amazing summer grilling inspiration from my friends over at Giant Eagle HERE.

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  1. What a gorgeous family you have! You totally made me want to head to a picnic too now with soem yummy foods! #client

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