Description
Campfire-inspired S’mores Bars bring nostalgic graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow magic to your kitchen. Gooey layers of classic American summer flavors promise a delightful dessert experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Marshmallow Base:
- 2 large egg whites
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Flavorings and Stabilizers:
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring easy extraction of the bars later.
- Pulverize graham crackers, granulated sugar, and salt in a food processor until finely ground. Incorporate melted unsalted butter, mixing until the crumb mixture becomes uniformly moist. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan’s bottom.
- Bake the graham cracker crust for 10 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to cool completely while preparing subsequent layers.
- Create the chocolate layer by combining chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a small saucepan. Melt over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Pour the molten chocolate mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Return the pan to the refrigerator to set while preparing the marshmallow topping.
- In a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form, approximately 7 minutes.
- Simultaneously, combine granulated sugar, light corn syrup, water, and a pinch of salt in a separate saucepan. Heat over medium-high temperature without stirring until the syrup reaches exactly 240°F (116°C) on a candy thermometer, which typically takes about 8 minutes.
- With the mixer running at low speed, carefully stream the hot syrup along the bowl’s side while whisking continuously. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and continue beating for an additional 6-7 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract during the final minute of mixing, ensuring the marshmallow topping becomes light, fluffy, and glossy.
- Spread the marshmallow topping uniformly over the chocolate layer, creating elegant peaks and swirls.
- Using a kitchen torch, carefully brown the marshmallow surface until golden and slightly caramelized. Alternatively, place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Refrigerate the completed dessert for a minimum of one hour to allow complete setting. Slice into squares and serve chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Notes
- Chill the bars completely before cutting to ensure clean, picture-perfect slices that hold their shape.
- Torching marshmallow topping creates a delightful caramelized flavor and golden-brown exterior that elevates the entire dessert experience.
- Homemade marshmallow layer transforms ordinary bar cookies into an extraordinary treat with professional bakery-quality texture and taste.
- Using an electric mixer ensures smooth, fluffy marshmallow topping without lumps or inconsistent texture.
- Precise temperature control when making sugar syrup guarantees perfect marshmallow consistency every single time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg