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Smores Cookie Bars

Indulgent Smores Cookie Bars for Cozy Nights In

These Smores Cookie Bars are a gooey and rich dessert that brings nostalgic flavors to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Use a sugar alternative if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs A flax egg works as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract as a substitute.
  • 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Replace with baking powder in double the amount in a pinch.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Omit for a low-sodium version.
For the Chocolate and Marshmallow Layer
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can add richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Creme Mini marshmallows can be used as a substitute.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can omit or replace with cookie crumbs.
  • ½ cup Dark Chocolate Chips For unique flavor twists.
  • ½ cup Peanut Butter Chips For unique flavor twists.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Press half of the dough into the bottom of the lined baking pan.
  6. Layer semisweet chocolate chips or fudge spread over the pressed dough.
  7. Spread marshmallow creme or mini marshmallows over the chocolate layer.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the marshmallow layer.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  10. Let cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Refrigerate for longer freshness.

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