Soft and Gooey Loaded Smores Bars
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
8 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Cooling Time
30 mins
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Total Time
58 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
273 kcal
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Course
Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Soft and Gooey Loaded Smores Bars
Description
The recipe begins by mixing melted unsalted butter with brown sugar, egg, and vanilla to create a sweet base. Adding all-purpose flour provides structure while keeping the texture tender. Chopped graham crackers fold in along with mini marshmallows and semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing the classic s'mores components throughout the batter. The mixture is spread into a foil-lined 8-by-8-inch pan and baked until the bars are just set in the center with edges firm and some marshmallows lightly golden.
These bars deliver a chewy and soft consistency, embodying the familiar combination of crunchy graham cracker, creamy melted chocolate, and gooey marshmallow. Baking causes the marshmallows to puff and brown slightly, adding texture variety. The semi-sweet chips provide bursts of chocolate sweetness balanced by the slightly caramel notes from brown sugar and butter.
Slices of these bars make convenient dessert portions suitable for gatherings or treats. They maintain their softness when cooled, making them easy to serve. The foil-lined pan facilitates removal and cleanup.
The notes indicate storing the bars airtight at room temperature for up to one week, or freezing for up to six months. This allows for preparation in advance and enjoying later without quality loss.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter 1 stick, melted, unsalted
- 1 egg large
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 5 graham crackers roughly chopped (about 2 cups, full-size
- 1 mini marshmallows heaping cup
- 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spray with cooking spray; set aside.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl melt the butter, about 1 minute on high power.
- Wait momentarily before adding the egg so you don’t scramble it. Add the egg, brown sugar, vanilla, and whisk until smooth.
- Add the flour and stir until just combined, don’t overmix.
- Add the graham crackers and any crumbs on cutting board, marshmallows, chocolate chips and fold to incorporate.
- Turn batter out into prepared pan, smoothing the top lightly with a spatula.
- Bake for about 20 to 22 minutes, or until bars have firmed up in the center and edges will be set. Some marshmallows may have developed a hint of golden color.
- Allow bars to cool in pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store bars airtight at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain softness.
- Freeze bars in airtight containers for up to 6 months for longer storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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