Indulge in these delicious S'mores Cookie Bars that combine the nostalgic flavors of campfire s'mores with a soft, chewy cookie base, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time 25 minutesminutes
Total Time 45 minutesminutes
Serving Size 16bars
Ingredients
For the base
7–8sheetsGraham CrackersCrushed to form the foundation of the dessert.
1cupButter, softenedKey for rich and tender dough.
¾cupGranulated SugarEnhances sweetness of the bars.
¾cupLight Brown Sugar, gently packedAdds moisture and a caramel note.
2largeEggsBinds the dough.
2teaspoonsVanilla ExtractEnhances flavor.
3cupsAll-Purpose FlourProvides structure.
¾teaspoonSaltBalances sweetness.
¾teaspoonBaking SodaHelps bars rise.
For the filling and topping
½cupSemi-Sweet Chocolate ChipsCreates gooey pockets of chocolate.
1cupMini MarshmallowsEssential for s'mores flavor.
2barsChocolate Bars, broken into squaresTo melt on top.
Instructions
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan, pressing down firmly.
Cookie Dough
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs and vanilla, followed by mixing in the flour, salt, and baking soda.
Fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
Baking
Spread the cookie dough mixture evenly over the graham cracker base using a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Press the broken chocolate bar pieces into the warm cookie layer as soon as you take it out of the oven.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before lifting out and slicing into squares.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzle with chocolate sauce for extra indulgence. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.