You don’t need a fire pit to enjoy a good s’more—just an oven, a pan, and this foolproof recipe. These S’mores Cookie Bars pack all the nostalgia of summer nights and sticky fingers into one golden, gooey bite: buttery graham cracker base, melty chocolate chunks, and toasted marshmallows all layered into the ultimate indoor s’mores experience.
Whether you're baking for a crowd or just want to relive your campfire days, this is your sign to make a batch—and maybe save a corner for yourself before they disappear.
🔥 S’mores Cookie Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 8 full crackers)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks (or chips)
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8” or 9x9” pan with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
- Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and graham cracker crumbs until a soft dough forms.
- Stir in chocolate chunks. Press 2/3 of the dough into the bottom of your pan.
- Layer marshmallows evenly over the dough, gently pressing them in. Crumble remaining dough over the top—leave some marshmallows peeking through.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown and marshmallows are toasty.
- Cool slightly before slicing—unless you want full gooey mode, then go for it.
🍫 Tips & Twists
- Want a toasted top? Broil for the last 1–2 minutes—but watch it like a hawk.
- Swap chocolate chunks for peanut butter chips or chopped Hershey bars for a throwback touch.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for that salty-sweet vibe.
✨ Wrapping It Up
These bars are pure cozy chaos—in the best way. Crispy edges, melty centers, and enough nostalgia to make anyone smile. They’re the perfect end to a summer meal, a bake sale hit, or a surprise treat for anyone who needs a little sweetness and warmth.
👉 That wraps up our Nostalgic Bakes series! Next up, we’ll bring back the Texas Bakes series with no-bake treats to beat the heat—think chilled peach cheesecake and prickly pear lime pie.