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S’more Bars by Rachel Thompson
As the warm days of summer approach, certain flavors evoke the season: watermelon, hot dogs, potato salad, and an array of picnic delights. Yet, nothing embodies summer quite like s’mores. The very word conjures fond memories of sticky fingers, charred sticks, glowing embers, starry nights, fireflies, and satisfied smiles. Over time, numerous recipes have attempted to encapsulate the essence of s’mores in bar or cookie form, but many have disappointed. I sought to create a version that captures the gooeyness of a perfectly toasted marshmallow, the crunch of graham crackers, and the indulgent bite of chocolate.
In crafting my ideal s’more, I chose Hershey’s chocolate as my base. While I occasionally appreciate gourmet chocolates, nothing compares to the classic taste of Hershey’s in a s’more. In my recipe, I incorporate eight bars of chocolate and ten ounces of graham cracker pieces. I intentionally left the graham crackers in larger chunks to achieve a layered texture reminiscent of traditional s’mores. Of course, marshmallows are essential; while I dream of making them from scratch, practicality prevails. As a busy parent of four, I appreciate the simplicity of this bar recipe.
Once the bars emerge from the oven, the aroma of chocolate and sugar fills the house, making it nearly impossible to resist slicing them immediately. However, patience is key; these bars are quite gooey, akin to authentic s’mores. Allow them to cool in the refrigerator for about two hours. If you can’t wait, feel free to scoop them into bowls and perhaps add a scoop of ice cream on top—I won’t tell!
S’more Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 cups flour
- 1 Tbsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 2 cups brown sugar, packed
- 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 flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a stand mixer or with a handheld mixer, cream together the 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 vanilla for an additional minute on low to medium speed.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate pieces with a spatula.
- Press the mixture evenly into the greased baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the batter (avoiding chocolate and marshmallows).
- Allow the bars to cool in the fridge before serving; store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
These S’more Bars encapsulate all the delightful flavors of the classic campfire treat without the need for a fire. Somewhere out there, a tree gives its thanks.
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Summary:
S’more Bars combine the quintessential flavors of summer with ease of preparation, perfect for families wanting to indulge in a nostalgic treat. This recipe balances gooey marshmallows, crunchy graham crackers, and rich chocolate, making it a delightful alternative to traditional s’mores.