Golden Grahams S’Mores Bars Recipe

Introduction

These Golden Grahams S’mores Bars are a delightful twist on the classic campfire treat. Combining crispy cereal, gooey marshmallows, and rich chocolate, they make a perfect no-bake dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 5 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 5 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
• 1/4 cup corn syrup*
• 7 cups Golden Grahams cereal
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

1. Step 1: Butter or grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prepare for the mixture.
2. Step 2: In a large saucepan, combine 5 cups of mini marshmallows, milk chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup.
3. Step 3: Melt the mixture over low heat, stirring gently with a rubber spatula until smooth and fully combined.
4. Step 4: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the Golden Grahams cereal and the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows. The mixture will be very sticky.
5. Step 5: Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and flatten it evenly using the back of your spatula. Lightly greasing the spatula can help prevent sticking.
6. Step 6: Let the bars harden at room temperature for about 60 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a nuttier flavor, add a handful of chopped toasted almonds or peanuts to the mixture before pressing it in the pan.
• You can substitute corn syrup with honey or golden syrup if preferred.
• Greasing your spatula lightly will make it much easier to press the sticky mixture into the pan.
• Try using dark chocolate chips for a richer, less sweet twist.

Storage

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them fresh longer, refrigerate for up to one week. If refrigerated, let the bars come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. These bars are not recommended for freezing as marshmallows may change texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes, you can chop regular marshmallows into smaller pieces and use them, but mini marshmallows melt more evenly and help create the right texture for these bars.

Is corn syrup necessary in this recipe?

Corn syrup helps give the bars a smooth, sticky texture and prevents crystallization. If you don’t have it, honey or golden syrup can be a good substitute, though the texture might vary slightly.

Golden Grahams S’Mores Bars Recipe

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These Golden Grahams S’Mores Bars combine the nostalgic flavors of s’mores into an easy-to-make, no-bake treat. With a delightful blend of mini marshmallows, milk chocolate, buttery sweetness, and crunchy Golden Grahams cereal, these bars are perfect for a quick dessert or snack. Soft, gooey, and packed with classic s’mores ingredients, they set perfectly in the pan and cut into satisfying squares that everyone will love.

• Author: Anna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: 16 bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 5 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 5 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 7 cups Golden Grahams cereal
• 1 cup mini marshmallows (additional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the pan. Butter or grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent the bars from sticking once set.
2. Melt the base mixture. In a large saucepan, combine 5 cups of mini marshmallows, 1 1/2 cups of milk chocolate chips, 5 tablespoons of butter, and 1/4 cup of corn syrup. Heat on low, stirring gently with a rubber spatula until everything is melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and add cereal. Once fully melted, take the saucepan off the heat and place it on a heat-resistant surface. Immediately stir in the 7 cups of Golden Grahams cereal along with the remaining 1 cup of mini marshmallows. The mixture will be very sticky.
4. Shape the bars. Spoon the sticky batter into the prepared pan and use the back of your spatula to flatten it evenly. Lightly greasing the spatula can help in smoothing the surface.
5. Set the bars. Let the mixture cool and harden at room temperature for about 60 minutes, allowing it to set completely before slicing.
6. Cut and serve. Once set, cut into squares and enjoy these gooey, crunchy s’mores treats.

Notes

• You can substitute margarine for butter to make the recipe dairy-free if desired.
• Lightly greasing the spatula helps prevent sticking during spreading.
• Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
• For easier cutting, refrigerate the bars briefly before slicing.
• Corn syrup helps maintain a soft, chewy texture but can be replaced with homemade glucose syrup if preferred.

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