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Easy Gooey Summer Camp S’mores Bars

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A quick and easy s’mores bar recipe that delivers the classic gooey, melty campfire treat without the need for a campfire. Perfect for camping trips, backyard bonfires, or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (120g) mini marshmallows
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips (mix of semi-sweet and milk chocolate recommended)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (toasted pecans or walnuts)
  • Optional: 2 tbsp (15g) cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand with no dry patches.
  3. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and toasty.
  5. While the crust bakes, mix mini marshmallows with chocolate chips (and nuts if using).
  6. Remove the crust from the oven and immediately sprinkle the marshmallow and chocolate mixture evenly over the hot crust.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until marshmallows puff up and get lightly golden and chocolate softens but does not fully melt. For gooier chocolate, bake an extra minute but watch carefully.
  8. Cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes to allow bars to firm up.
  9. Cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried for clean edges.
  10. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Press the crust firmly before baking to avoid crumbly bars. Use mini marshmallows for best puffing and melting. Watch the marshmallows closely in the last minutes to prevent burning. Warm your knife before cutting for clean edges. Variations include peanut butter swirl, berry topping, gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions.

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Keywords: s'mores bars, camping treats, easy dessert, gooey bars, chocolate marshmallow bars, summer dessert, campfire dessert

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