How to Make the Perfect Smores Brownies
American · Medium · 55 min · 16 servings
Fudgy homemade brownies layered on a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with gooey toasted marshmallows recreate the beloved campfire classic in an easy to bake bar form. These incredible layered bars are guaranteed to disappear quickly at any kids party, sleepover, or family gathering.
Why this recipe works
This Smores Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 55 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 295 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted divided
- 1 box fudge brownie mix plus ingredients on box
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 2 whole graham cracker sheets broken into pieces
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Graham Cracker Crust
Mix graham cracker crumbs with three tablespoons of melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press it firmly and evenly into the bottom of a greased 9 by 13 inch baking pan.
Step 2: Add and Bake the Brownies
Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions and pour the batter evenly over the graham cracker crust. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 28 minutes until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 3: Add Smores Toppings
Remove the pan from the oven and immediately scatter mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and broken graham cracker pieces evenly over the hot brownie surface. Return the pan to the oven for two minutes.
Step 4: Toast and Cool
Switch the oven to broil and broil for one minute watching very carefully until the marshmallows are golden and toasted. Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fudge brownie mix → homemade brownie batter from scratch
- mini marshmallows → large marshmallows cut into quarters
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overbaking the brownies before adding toppings which makes them dry
- Walking away during broiling which causes marshmallows to burn quickly
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 295 calories, 4g protein, 42g carbs, 13g fat, 2g fiber.
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