Description
Golden Grahams S’mores Bars are a quick, no-bake dessert that captures classic campfire flavors with crunchy cereal, gooey marshmallows, and melty chocolate. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a nostalgic treat any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Golden Grahams cereal (about 180g)
- 5 cups mini marshmallows (about 250g), divided
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips (about 260g)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (about 60g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Optional: peanut butter chips, dark chocolate chunks, dairy-free butter, gluten-free graham cereal, extra mini marshmallows for topping
Instructions
- Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or nonstick foil, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Lightly grease if needed.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and 4 cups mini marshmallows. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until melted and smooth (about 1.5–2 minutes). Alternatively, melt over low heat on the stovetop, stirring constantly.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until the mixture is glossy.
- Quickly fold in Golden Grahams cereal, stirring gently but thoroughly to coat without crushing.
- Add chocolate chips and the remaining 1 cup mini marshmallows. Stir until evenly distributed, but don’t overmix.
- Scrape the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a greased spatula or clean hands to gently press into an even layer without packing too tightly.
- Sprinkle extra chocolate chips or marshmallows on top if desired, pressing lightly.
- Let bars cool at room temperature for 30–45 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm but slightly springy.
- Lift bars out using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares, wiping the knife between cuts for clean edges.
Notes
Don’t overheat marshmallows; mix quickly but gently once cereal is added. Use greased utensils for easier spreading. Bars cut best when fully cooled. For allergy-friendly or gluten-free versions, substitute appropriate products. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: s'mores bars, golden grahams, no bake dessert, kid friendly, marshmallow, chocolate, easy recipe, party treat, lunchbox snack