Name: Gooey S'mores Chocolate Bars
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs: This serves as the foundation of the dessert, creating a buttery and crunchy crust that holds everything together.; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted): The melted butter binds the graham cracker crumbs, providing richness and flavor to the crust.; 1/4 cup granulated sugar: This sweetens the crust, giving it a pleasant sweetness that complements the chocolate and marshmallows.; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips: These provide that intense chocolatey taste; they will melt beautifully and create a luscious layer on top of the crust.; 1 cup mini marshmallows: Essential for that gooey aspect of s’mores, mini marshmallows melt perfectly, adding a soft texture and sweetness to the bars.; 1/2 cup milk chocolate bars (broken): These enhance the chocolate flavor while melting seamlessly into the layers.; 1/4 tsp salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.; 1 tsp vanilla extract: This adds depth to the flavor profile of the bars.; 1/2 cup chocolate chips (for topping): These will melt and create a decadent topping, making the bars even richer.

Description

Treat yourself to these Gooey S’mores Chocolate Bars filled with rich chocolate, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy graham crackers. A delightful dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs: This serves as the foundation of the dessert, creating a buttery and crunchy crust that holds everything together.
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted): The melted butter binds the graham cracker crumbs, providing richness and flavor to the crust.
1/4 cup granulated sugar: This sweetens the crust, giving it a pleasant sweetness that complements the chocolate and marshmallows.
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips: These provide that intense chocolatey taste; they will melt beautifully and create a luscious layer on top of the crust.
1 cup mini marshmallows: Essential for that gooey aspect of s’mores, mini marshmallows melt perfectly, adding a soft texture and sweetness to the bars.
1/2 cup milk chocolate bars (broken): These enhance the chocolate flavor while melting seamlessly into the layers.
1/4 tsp salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.
1 tsp vanilla extract: This adds depth to the flavor profile of the bars.
1/2 cup chocolate chips (for topping): These will melt and create a decadent topping, making the bars even richer.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease an 8×8 inch baking dish to ensure easy removal of the bars.
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Stir together until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish, creating a solid crust. Place this in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. This step will help firm up the crust.
After baking, remove the crust and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Once slightly cooled, add a layer of 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips over the crust, followed by 1 cup mini marshmallows, and 1/2 cup broken milk chocolate bars. Spread the chocolates and marshmallows evenly for consistent melty goodness.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips (for topping) until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate uniformly over the layered chocolate and marshmallows, which will create a delicious topping.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the mini marshmallows turn golden brown and the chocolate is bubbly. Keep a close eye to avoid burning the marshmallows.
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the dessert to cool completely in the dish. Once cool, cut into squares for serving.