Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of childhood campfires. Treasured moments, with our delightful creation; S’mores Cookie Bars. This recipe gives a fresh take on the timeless outdoor delight by blending the trio of graham crackers, melty chocolate and gooey marshmallows into an absolutely delectable dessert. With each mouthwatering bite you’ll be transported back, to those nights spent under the starlit sky toasting marshmallows and sharing stories around a crackling fire. Prepare yourself for an adventure that captures the essence of nostalgia and brings sheer delight to every sweet lover’s palate.
Ingredients
7–8 graham crackers (full, unbroken rectangles)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup mini marshmallows
2 regular-sized (1.55oz) Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars, broken into squares
Instructions
Preheat and Prep: Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Take a 13×9 inch pan. Line it with parchment paper making sure to leave a 2-inch overhang, on the sides for easy removal later.
Layer the Graham Crackers: Place graham crackers in a single layer to cover the base of the pan. Break them into sections if needed to ensure an even fit.
Creaming the Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a mixer use the paddle attachment to cream room-temperature butter, granulated sugar and packed light brown sugar until they become smooth and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture. Make sure to mix until everything is nicely combined.
Combining Dry Ingredients: In another bowl whisk together all-purpose flour, salt and baking soda. Gradually fold this mixture into the butter mixture while adding chocolate chips and mini marshmallows along the way. Mix until everything is just blended.
Spreading the Dough: Evenly spread out the cookie dough over the graham cracker layer, in your pan. Press it down firmly to create a surface.
Optional Marshmallow Topping: For an extra touch of gooeyness you can sprinkle additional mini marshmallows on top of your cookie dough.
Baking to Perfection: Place the pan into the oven. Bake it for around 25 to 30 minutes. Keep a watch, on the bars. If you notice that the top is browning faster while the center is baking cover it with foil.
Chocolate Bar Finale: Once the bars turn a golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean take them out of the oven. While they are still warm gently press broken squares of Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar onto the top.
Cool and Serve: Allow some time for cooling and serving. Let the bars cool in the pan, for 20 30 minutes. This waiting period allows all those delightful flavors to meld together while allowing the chocolate to set. Lift them out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper then cut them into squares and savor every bite!
Notes
To make the S’mores Cookie Bars recipe suit a gluten-free diet, you will need to substitute the ingredients that contain gluten.
Graham Crackers: Swap out regular graham crackers for gluten-free alternatives. Look for certified options that closely replicate the original taste and texture.
All-Purpose Flour: Substitute all-purpose flour with a blend specifically formulated as a 1:1 substitute for all-purpose flour in gluten recipes. This ensures that the bars maintain their desired texture and structure.
Chocolate Chips: Opt for chocolate chips that are specifically labeled as gluten-free. Considerable brands offer these versions. Consistently double check the label to guarantee they are certified as gluten-free to avoid any cross-contamination.
Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars: Pick milk chocolate bars that are certified as gluten-free. Just like with chocolate chips, it’s important to confirm their quality to prevent any exposure to gluten.
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 30 MINUTES
