Prepare to have your taste buds blown away by the most decadent dessert fusion you've ever encountered! Imagine the classic campfire s'mores meeting the iconic Reese's Peanut Butter Cup in a mind-blowing bar that will make your sweet tooth sing with joy. These irresistible bars combine the nostalgic crunch of graham crackers, the rich melt of chocolate, the creamy peanut butter goodness of Reese's, and the gooey marshmallow magic that will transport you straight to dessert heaven. Get ready to become the hero of every potluck, family gathering, and late-night craving with this ridiculously easy and insanely delicious recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Reese's peanut butter cups, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are completely moistened and resemble wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating a compact base layer.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the graham cracker crust, ensuring full coverage of the bottom layer.
- Distribute the chopped Reese's peanut butter cups uniformly across the chocolate chip layer.
- Scatter the mini marshmallows over the top, covering the chocolate and peanut butter cups completely.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the marshmallows turn golden brown and become slightly puffy.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour, allowing the layers to set.
- Using the overhanging parchment paper, lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board.
- Cut into 12 even squares using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts for neat edges.
- Serve at room temperature and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for the graham cracker crust to ensure even mixing and better binding.
- Press the graham cracker crust firmly and evenly to create a solid base that won't crumble.
- For extra indulgence, use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips to add depth of flavor.
- Chop the Reese's peanut butter cups into uniform pieces for consistent distribution.
- Watch the marshmallows carefully while baking to achieve that perfect golden-brown color without burning.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat squares.
- For a prettier presentation, reserve a few chopped Reese's cups to sprinkle on top after baking.
- If you prefer a gooier texture, slightly underbake the bars by reducing cooking time by 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 35mg
