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posted by Christy Denneyon Aug 10, 2022 (updated Jan 29, 2023) 57 comments »

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These S’mores Bars have layers of graham cracker dough, gooey marshmallows, and gooey chocolate.One of my favorites!

SMORES BARS

Growing up we had a family reunion up in the Graham Mountains in Arizona every summer with my dad’s side of the family. I have 82 first cousins on my dad’s side alone so we were never bored and definitely made our fair share of mischief around camp.

The best part for me about the reunion is when the whole family would make the hike up to Ladybug Tower. As you get closer to the tower you start seeing ladybugs here and there.

We even would have ladybug fights where we would grab handfuls of ladybugs and throw them at each other (in retrospect…yuck). When we finally reached the tower there were ladybugs everywhere in sight…onallof the surrounding rocks and all over the Ladybug Tower.

Then, all of the uncles would climb up the tower and throw down money and candy to the little kids who would scramble all over the base of the tower togather the goods.

Ahh…memories.

Sometimes when I’m putting my kids to bed at night I tell my boys about the Ladybug Tower and their eyes get all big with excitement.

Tomorrow, we are headed to the Grahams and to Ladybug Tower. Hopefully we will see some ladybugs so my boys won’t be disappointed.

I’ve warned them that the cold or rain can scare the ladybugs off but there’s only so much preparation you can give eager little boys.

So while we are off making S’mores around the fire, make these indoor S’mores. These may be one of my favorite bars ever. I could eat the whole pan. They are rich and gooey. Mostly, I’m in love with the crust. You’ll want to cut these into small pieces because they are sweet.

DOUBLING THIS S’MORES BARS RECIPE

If you are making this for a crowd, double the recipe and make in a 9×13-inch pan.

OTHER S’MORES RECIPES

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Peanut Butter S’mores Bars
Campfire Cones
S’mores Pie
No-Bake S’mores Treats
S’mores Cake
S’mores Cookies

S’mores Bars

4 from 17 votes

These S'mores Bars have layers of graham cracker dough, marshmallow, and melted chocolate.These delicious bars are one of my favorite sweet treats!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 35 minutes mins

Servings: 16 bars

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 king-sized Hershey's chocolate bars, (if you want a more subtle chocolate flavor use regular sized chocolate bars; enough to fit)
1 1/2 cups marshmallow fluff, (7 1/2 oz jar)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking powder and salt. Add the flour mixture to butter mixture and mix at a low speed until combined.
Divide dough in half and press half of dough into an even layer on the bottom of the prepared pan. Place chocolate bars over dough. 2 king-sized Hershey’s bars should fit perfectly side by side, but break the chocolate (if necessary) to get it to fit in a single layer no more than 1/4 inch thick. Spread chocolate with marshmallow creme or fluff. Place remaining dough in a single layer on top of the marshmallow creme.. This part can be tricky. I made little disks with the dough and formed them into a sheet on some parchment paper then transferred it over. Spread it around gently. You can also roll the top dough layer in between two sheets of plastic wrap until it's in a square then placed it on top.
Bake S'mores bars for 25 to 35 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool completely before cutting into bars. Makes 16 cookie bars. These are great warmed up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Store leftovers in an airtight container,

Cuisine: American

Course: Dessert

Author: Christy Denney

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originally published on Aug 10, 2022 (last updated Jan 29, 2023)

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57 comments on “S’mores Bars”

Tiffany — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 @ 15:55:14 EDT Reply
This is my family’s favorite dessert!
- Christy Denney — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 @ 19:34:37 EDT Reply
  Thank you!
Patty Bainter — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 @ 16:58:42 EDT Reply
Apparently the size of Hershey’s Milk Chocolate bars have changed since this recipe was originally written. I think the XL size (4.4 oz.) is probably more appropriate in 2018. Too bad the recipe didn’t specify the size in ounces, instead. I followed the recipe to the letter and was so disappointed to find that there was so little chocolate. The King size bar is only 2.6 oz. I should have used 2 XL size chocolate bars instead of 2 King size bars.
- Christy Denney — Sun, 07 Oct 2018 @ 23:15:13 EDT Reply
  Patty,
  I’m sorry about that. Yes, it could have possibly changed. I will update it.
the dude who replied — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 @ 13:00:05 EDT Reply
You are so right girl!!!!!!!
Sandra Toscano — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 @ 15:58:31 EDT Reply
Can you do a 9X13 pan? How long would you bake them. Sound delicious, but I need more my gang. Thanks for posting.
- Christy Denney — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 @ 23:15:44 EDT Reply
  I haven’t tried it in a 9×13 pan. I would do the same baking time but maybe add 5 minutes if needed.
  - Christina — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 @ 20:26:36 EDT Reply
    Hello!! I want to make these but more than just an 8×8 pan of them. Do you think if I double the recipe and did a 9×13 pan, it would work? Do you think I should still try to same degree for baking and time? Just looking for advice to try it….I know you wouldn’t be able to know for certain since you haven’t tried it 🙂
    - Christy Denney — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 @ 23:58:59 EDT Reply
      I would maybe add 5-10 minutes to the baking time. I haven’t tried it either thought but you should be able to double it.
Caroline — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 @ 13:34:43 EDT Reply
These look amazing!!! I have a rather random question – how crispy does the top crust get? I would love to try shipping these to someone and am trying to figure out the best way to do that… any suggestions would be appreciated as I’m not sure of the texture/consistency of the bars.
- Christy Denney — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 @ 22:15:29 EDT Reply
  The top stays soft like a cookie. I’m not sure how to ship them! Wish I had more suggestions.
Vedika @ Hot Chocolate Hits — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 @ 07:52:43 EST Reply
Hi Christy! Is it possible to use marshmallows as a substitute for marshmallow fluff?
Thanks!
- Christy {The Girl Who Ate Everything} — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 @ 22:59:17 EST Reply
  I’ve found that marshmallows don’t stay as gooey but it’s worth a try. How are you girl??!!
Dani — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 @ 17:31:15 EDT Reply
Seriously incredible…best crust ever!
anontwobabies — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 @ 13:57:56 EDT Reply
yums!!!!! just made these. i doubled the recipe and crumbled 9 honey maid graham crackers. i also traced the top of my pan and formed and pressed the dough to that outline. just flip it on top of the fluff and voila you’re done!!!
Christy {The Girl Who Ate Everything} — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 @ 21:22:37 EDT Reply
@Sara,
You could definitely flip the layers. Great idea. I think it was in that order orginally trying to mimic an actual smores. Some readers rolled out the top crust in between saran wrap then layed it on top. Good luck.
Sara — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 @ 03:55:56 EDT Reply
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You mentioned it was a little tricky to spread the graham cracker crust on top of the marshmallow fluff – would it work if I flipped the chocolate and fluff layers, so that I would be spreading the top layer of graham crust on the chocolate, instead? Could that work? It might be easier to spread, anyway!
And thanks so much for this recipe, it looks fantastic! Can’t wait to try it.
StephanieM. — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 @ 02:22:12 EDT Reply
I made these tonight and everyone loved them!!! Thank you for the recipe!! I just love your blog and your food photography skills are amazing.
Thanks from South Dakota!!
Robinson Ranch — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 @ 06:49:36 EDT Reply
Thanks, Christy. I remember taking the kids to Mt. Lemmon around that time of year and accidentally stumbling on the same phenomenom. It was so cool and the kids have been wanting to go again, but I wasn’t sure when we were there! I like Mt. Graham better anyway – not as crowded! We live in Benson.
Christy {The Girl Who Ate Everything} — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 @ 02:29:47 EDT Reply
@Robinson Ranch,
Wow! Small world. I’m not sure that I know that when they come out but we were there in July and they were there. Magical place!
Robinson Ranch — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 @ 23:42:25 EDT Reply
What time of year do the ladybugs come out? I live in the area and I’d love to take my kids there too. Thanks for the post!
Cindy — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 @ 15:37:50 EDT Reply
Oh YEAH! These are really good! I was glad I read the comment about making the top crust on a piece of parchment or waxed paper. Worked perfectly! Thanks for sharing this recipe, it ROCKS!
MN Sue — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 @ 23:04:09 EDT Reply
My family loves this recipe! I found a good way to make the “top” of the bars. Form both “halves” of the dough by pressing them into the pan one at a time. Turn the first one out onto parchment paper before layering back on top of the chocolate and marshmallow. Simply flip it over onto the top before baking. Perfect fit! Works great. Sue
Sisters Running the Kitchen — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 @ 06:11:38 EST Reply
thanks for the recipe!!
here is the post I made on it:
http://www.sistersrunningthekitchen.com/2011/03/smore-bars-happy-birthday-kelly/
Anonymous — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 @ 00:59:18 EST Reply
I just made these and I’m waiting for them to cool…. probably can’t wait that long it smells too good in here! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
brossettelewis — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 @ 23:20:03 EDT Reply
We definitely need to quadruple this recipe. We had it at my baby’s blessing today and it only made an 8×8. With being a family (of 40+) favorite, it had to be cut tiny and kept on the ‘down low’ as to how amazing it was.
I can’t wait to try everything else I have been salivating over on this blog. You’ve hit my tastes right on the head.
Jane — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 @ 22:07:10 EDT Reply
I made these last night and they are so wonderful!! A new favorite and I can’t wait to make them again. Thank you!!
Health Questions — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 @ 17:41:36 EDT Reply
These sure look yummy, thanks for the recipe.
ajs {of MN} — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 @ 15:27:37 EDT Reply
hi. clicked to follow your blog starting today! i found you thru another friend’s blog that i follow. anyway, loving the s’mores bar, yummmmmy! i made something very close to these as well- they are featured here at this post: http://keepingupwiththesonneks.blogspot.com/2010/07/weekend-recap-ii.html if you would like to try them again sometime but just a tad different presenation wise 😉 thanks for all the shares! can’t wait to find something to make/bake -A
Hannah — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 @ 17:31:17 EDT Reply
So I made these and they were really yummy. I had to subsitute choc chips and actual marshmallows (minis woudl have been better), but it was still yummy…they were even better for breakfast this morning!!!
Donna — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 @ 00:02:40 EDT Reply
I used to hate it when your family would leave for the Graham mountains, because Susan was gone for so long and she always had so much fun without me! I’m glad that it is still your family tradition. You were just a little girl when I moved but maybe you’ll remember my name–Donna Durney. Love your blog!
scrambledhenfruit — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 @ 03:46:49 EDT Reply
I hope you find plenty of ladybugs! These bars look amazing. Who needs camping when you can make these in the comfort of home? Thanks for sharing!
Hillary — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 @ 03:33:50 EDT Reply
Oh, My this looks delicious. So fun to hear back from you. It has been so long since I have been into Outback. I left Outback about 4 months after Jeff took over for Noel. We moved to Las Vegas from there and now our back in Southern California where I am from. I can’t take any credit for the photos. My husband takes them all. He likes photography and it is a hobby for him. I am excited to follow your blog now. I am going to add it to my list of food blogs on my blog roll. I am a sucker for treats. But I just started to try to really eat Healthy did get the lingering weight off from my third baby. I will have to hold off on the sweets for now.
Hillary — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 @ 01:24:06 EDT Reply
So my friend just told me about your blog. She is not much of a blogger herself. But she knows I love food blogs. I believe her mother in law in Huntington Beach told her about your blog. So your recipes look amazing. But even better I look at your picture and then your name and I swear we worked together at Outback Steakhouse way back when. My name is Hillary was Gibson but got married while working at outback at my last name is Crump. Just wanted to see if I am thinking of the right person.
Monica H — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 @ 23:35:09 EDT Reply
These look so gooey and delicious. Hope you and the kiddos have a great time!
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Anonymous — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 @ 02:18:01 EDT Reply
Ohhhh yeah, these are sexy…can’t wait to make them! I’m sure they won’t look sexy when they turn into lard on my butt. Oh well!
craftydrmom — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 @ 02:17:22 EDT Reply
These are SO yummy! Thank you for sharing! I made them this afternoon and we have already eaten half of them. Oops… ( ;
I posted about it this afternoon:
http://craftydrmom.wordpress.com/2010/07/23/smores-anyone/
cookies and cups — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 18:32:00 EDT Reply
These look awesome! I am pretty much sold on anything s’mores!
scmom (Barbara) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 14:03:30 EDT Reply
Oh, my goodness, those bars look so good! Thanks for sharing your memories and your recipe.
The Atwoods — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 13:01:45 EDT Reply
These look so yummy!
Mary — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 05:33:57 EDT Reply
Oh my! Wow! This looks delicious! A must try!
xxMK
Delightful Bitefuls
Anonymous — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 03:42:56 EDT Reply
Holy Cow! An answer for those of us who aren’t allowed to have a campfire in the yard!
Tara — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 03:30:41 EDT Reply
OMG!! These look so heavenly and I wanna make them soooo bad but I’m scared!!, cause I know I’ll eat them ALL!!!!
newlywed — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 @ 01:12:37 EDT Reply
Those look delicious! I have been on a s’mores kick all summer…and I confess, I have been making mine in the toaster oven! Better than nothing, right?
Kimmy — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 23:32:57 EDT Reply
What a beautiful tradition. I hope your boys enjoy their visit and there are numerous ladybugs for all!
I was never a S’Mores eater but I am going to try these-this is my type of dessert!
Have a lovely visit, cheers.
Holly — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 20:49:21 EDT Reply
positively delicious looking bars!!!
Jennifurla — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 18:23:06 EDT Reply
heavenly picture
Nicole — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 15:23:57 EDT Reply
looks like the perfect summer dessert. The way you have personal stories with the food, great recipes and such a cute personalty and face, you should totally try out to the the next food network star. you could totally do it. ever thought about it?
SweetTreatsandMore — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 14:51:02 EDT Reply
We’ve wanted to go camping all summer, but it doesn’t look like it’s gonna happen. We’ll just have to make these instead to get the experience! They look delish!
Sweet and Savory — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 13:51:50 EDT Reply
Oh my god. This look heavenly. I need to make them the next time I need a dessert – I’m bookmarking this one!
J.D., Micah, {and} Jonnie — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 13:39:16 EDT Reply
YUM! Christy these look so good!
Laura — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 12:58:53 EDT Reply
They are FABULOUS aren’t they?
ashley — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 12:43:52 EDT Reply
I want to eat my computer screen! I can’t wait to make these, I love s’mores so I’m sure I’ll love these.
Mo 'Betta — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 12:35:58 EDT Reply
I’m drooling – have to agree with Jane!
Jane — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 10:08:17 EDT Reply
I won’t be able to stop thinking about these until I make them. Thanks a lot for tempting me. Love your blog!
Heather McMullin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 @ 06:34:26 EDT Reply
Seriously Christy…..looks like heaven! My mouth is watering, but I can’t make them!!! I turn 30 in two months and HAVE to make my goal weight….maybe when I get there I will make these to celebrate and do a little happy dance….then not eat for two days!!