Golden Grahams S’mores Bars Recipe
Introduction
Golden Grahams S’mores Bars are a delightful twist on the classic campfire treat. Combining crunchy cereal, melted chocolate, and gooey marshmallows, these bars are perfect for a quick, 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
- Step 1: Butter or grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prepare it for the bars.
- Step 2: In a large saucepan, combine 5 cups of mini marshmallows, milk chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup.
- Step 3: Melt the mixture over low heat, stirring gently with a rubber spatula until smooth and fully combined.
- 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.
- Step 5: Spoon the sticky batter into the prepared pan and flatten it evenly using the back of a spatula. Lightly greasing the spatula can help prevent sticking.
- Step 6: Let the bars harden at room temperature for about 60 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham cereal.
- Lightly greasing your spatula when pressing the mixture helps avoid sticking and makes spreading easier.
- Add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for extra texture and flavor.
- If corn syrup isn’t available, you can substitute with an equal amount of honey or golden syrup, though this may slightly alter the texture.
Storage
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week. If refrigerated, allow bars to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. Avoid freezing as marshmallows may become tough.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular-sized marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?
Yes, but chopping the regular marshmallows into smaller pieces will help them melt and mix more evenly in the recipe.
Is it necessary to use corn syrup?
Corn syrup helps keep the mixture smooth and pliable, but you can substitute with honey or golden syrup if needed. The texture might be slightly different but still delicious.
PrintGolden Grahams S’mores Bars Recipe
These Golden Grahams S’mores Bars combine the nostalgic flavors of classic s’mores into an easy-to-make, no-bake treat. Featuring melty marshmallows, rich milk chocolate, and crispy Golden Grahams cereal, this recipe comes together quickly on the stovetop and sets perfectly in a baking pan for a deliciously gooey snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
Dry Ingredients
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 7 cups Golden Grahams cereal
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (for stirring in at the end)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Butter or grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Melt marshmallows and chocolate: In a large saucepan over low heat, combine 5 cups of mini marshmallows, 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips, 5 tablespoons butter, and 1/4 cup corn syrup. Stir gently with a rubber spatula as the mixture melts to create a smooth blend.
- Remove from heat: Once the mixture is fully melted and smooth, remove the saucepan from heat and place it on a heatproof surface to cool slightly without hardening.
- Mix in cereal and marshmallows: Immediately stir in 7 cups of Golden Grahams cereal and the remaining 1 cup mini marshmallows. The mixture will be very sticky at this point.
- Press into pan: Spoon the sticky batter into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a lightly greased spatula to flatten and evenly distribute the mixture across the pan.
- Let set: Allow the bars to set at room temperature for about 60 minutes until hardened and firm enough to cut into squares.
Notes
- Lightly grease your spatula when pressing the bars into the pan to prevent sticking.
- Use a heatproof surface to rest the saucepan once removed from heat to avoid damage to counters.
- For easier cutting, let the bars set completely at room temperature; refrigerating can speed up setting but may change texture.
- Corn syrup helps give these bars a chewy texture, but it can be substituted with light honey or golden syrup if needed.
Keywords: Golden Grahams, S’mores Bars, Marshmallows, Milk Chocolate, No Bake Bars, Easy Dessert, Snack Bars
