When summer rolls around, several flavors come to mind: juicy watermelon, sizzling hot dogs, and creamy potato salad. However, nothing quite captures the essence of summer like s’mores. The simple mention of them evokes happy memories of sticky fingers, charred sticks, glowing embers, starry skies, and the delightful company of fireflies. Over time, I’ve come across numerous recipes attempting to recreate s’mores in bar or cookie form, but many have left me wanting more. What I truly desired was that gooey texture of a perfectly toasted marshmallow, the satisfying crunch of graham crackers, and the rich, melty goodness of chocolate in each bite. So, I decided to take on the challenge myself…
My go-to chocolate for this recipe has always been Hershey’s. While I occasionally indulge in high-end chocolates like salted caramel, nothing compares to the classic taste of Hershey’s when it comes to s’mores. You simply can’t have a true s’more without it.
In my S’more Bars, there are a whopping eight bars of chocolate mixed into the batter, along with a generous ten ounces of broken graham crackers. I opted for larger pieces of graham cracker to create a delightful layered texture, mimicking the experience of a traditional s’more. And of course, we can’t forget the marshmallows! In a perfect world, I would make them from scratch, but as a busy mom of four, I know that if I don’t have time to roast marshmallows by a campfire, I definitely shouldn’t be trying to whip up homemade marshmallows. That’s why I appreciate this no-fuss bar recipe.
Once these bars come out of the oven, the irresistible aroma of chocolate and sugar will tempt you to cut into them immediately. My entire house was filled with that delicious scent, and my kids were practically begging for a taste. But trust me, you’ll want to let them cool for about two hours in the fridge to reach the perfect consistency. If you can’t wait, feel free to scoop them into bowls, and adding a scoop of ice cream on top is a delightful indulgence I won’t judge!
S’more Bars Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 10 oz graham crackers, broken into large pieces
- 1 10 oz bag of marshmallows
- 8 Hershey bars, broken into small pieces
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a stand mixer or with a handheld mixer, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low to medium speed until just combined.
- Mix in the vanilla extract for another minute on low/medium speed.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
- Gently fold in the graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate by hand.
- Press the mixture evenly into the greased baking dish. Bake at 350ºF for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter (avoiding chocolate or marshmallows) comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool in the fridge before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
These S’more Bars capture the delicious flavors of a campfire classic without the need for flames. Somewhere, a tree is grateful for this easy treat!
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Summary:
This article offers a delightful recipe for S’more Bars that encapsulates the essence of summer through the flavors of graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows. With a straightforward approach, this recipe allows you to enjoy a campfire favorite without the hassle of outdoor cooking. Perfect for busy families, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!