The Ultimate Smores Bar

How many of you love campfire s'mores but dislike battling the heat and bugs? The Ultimate S'mores Bar is the perfect solution! It's an ideal dessert for family gatherings, neighborhood cookouts, or just to impress the kids. I love how you can get creative and mix up the ingredients. So, gather all your ingredients and enjoy a wonderful treat in no time!

The Graham Cracker Crust

First, let’s talk about the crust. It’s your basic graham cracker crust, but instead of regular sugar, I use brown sugar. Light or dark both work, and either one gives the crust a little more depth than just sweet. If you’re feeling creative, you can throw in a pinch of cinnamon or some finely chopped nuts to give it a little personality.

Before you press anything into the pan, lay down a sheet of parchment or foil. That makes it easier to lift the whole thing out when you're ready to serve. This recipe makes a nice thick crust, which I like, but if you want it a little thinner, just cut the amount down. I use an 8x8 or 9x9 pan to get a good solid bar out of it.

The Brownie Center

Next up is the brownie center. I’ve given you a really good brownie base, but if you have a favorite of your own—whether it’s more cakey or fudgy—you can definitely use that. This one sits right in the middle, which I think is the sweet spot. You can also make it your own with add-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or whatever you love in a brownie.

The extra egg yolk makes it a little more rich and decadent. Honestly, this brownie is good enough to stand on its own. Add a scoop of ice cream and call it a day. But of course, I had to take it further. I always do.

One quick tip—don’t overbake it. You want the center to stay just a little soft. If you bake it until it looks fully done, it might end up hard once it cools. Trust me, I’ve made that mistake before.

Tools That You'll Love

If you’re baking these bars, having the right tools on hand makes everything easier. These are some kitchen basics that makes baking easier, whether making s’mores bars or just a batch of weeknight brownies.

• 9x9 Heavy-Duty Baking Pan – Helps the crust bake evenly without hot spots.

• Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer – Either one works great for whipping the meringue topping.

• Sturdy Silicone Spatulas – A good spatula makes spreading batter and meringue way easier.

• Measuring Cups – For dry and liquid ingredients. I keep both styles in my kitchen.

• Measuring Spoons – Accurate, easy to clean, and great for keeping your brownie ratios just right.

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Why This One’s a Crowd Favorite

I love a good old-fashioned s’more, but this Ultimate S’mores Bar really takes it up a notch. You get all the things you love: the buttery graham base, the rich chocolate center, and that toasted marshmallow finish, all baked into one pan. No need to hover over a fire or serve one at a time.

It’s the kind of dessert that gets folks talking. Bring it to a potluck, a cookout, or any casual get-together when you want to show up with something a little special. It brings all the comfort of a campfire treat, without the fuss.

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