Description

These No-Bake S’Mores Bars offer a delightful twist on the classic campfire treat without requiring any baking. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust layered with creamy sweetened condensed milk, melty chocolate chips, and soft mini marshmallows, they come together quickly for a nostalgic, gooey dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Base and Crust

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (or ½ teaspoon kosher salt)

Topping

1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1½ cups chocolate chips
1½ cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

Mix Butter, Sugar, and Vanilla: In a large bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and slightly creamy to ensure a rich base.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs, whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour), and flaky sea salt until well combined and the mixture becomes sticky, forming the crust dough.
Press the Crust: Evenly press the sticky dough into the bottom of a lined or greased square pan. This forms the sturdy base layer for the bars.
Pour Condensed Milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the prepared crust, spreading gently to cover the surface without disturbing the base.
Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the condensed milk layer, ensuring full coverage for that rich, melty chocolate flavor.
Top with Mini Marshmallows: Scatter the mini marshmallows over the chocolate chips, creating a soft and gooey top layer.
Press Toppings Gently: Lightly press down on the marshmallow layer so the toppings stick together and create a compact, cohesive layer.
Chill to Set: Refrigerate the entire pan for at least 2 to 3 hours, allowing the bars to firm up completely for easy cutting and serving.
Cut and Serve: Once set, cut into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs and whole wheat flour with certified gluten-free alternatives.
Using whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and increases fiber content but all-purpose flour works fine for a milder taste.
Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, like dark or semi-sweet, based on sweetness preference.
Toasting the mini marshmallows briefly with a kitchen torch before chilling adds a smoky flavor reminiscent of traditional s’mores (optional).
Bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: No-Bake, S'mores Bars, Easy Dessert, Sweet Snack, Graham Cracker, Chocolate, Marshmallow, Quick Recipe