Deluxe Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

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Servings: 36 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich chocolate cookie bars topped with a gooey, toasted marshmallow layer for a nostalgic treat.
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These Deluxe Chocolate Marshmallow Bars are the ultimate comfort food dessert, combining a dense, fudgy chocolate base with a cloud of sweet, toasted marshmallows. The bottom layer is baked until firm yet moist, offering a rich cocoa flavor that pairs perfectly with the optional crunch of chopped nuts. The top layer features miniature marshmallows that soften and melt into a sticky, caramel-like topping during the final minutes of baking. This recipe is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of pantry staples. It’s a crowd-pleaser at potlucks, bake sales, or family movie nights, delivering a satisfying balance of sweetness and texture in every bite.

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Deluxe Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 36 Calories: 987.0

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These Deluxe Chocolate Marshmallow Bars are the ultimate comfort food dessert, combining a dense, fudgy chocolate base with a cloud of sweet, toasted marshmallows. The bottom layer is baked until firm yet moist, offering a rich cocoa flavor that pairs perfectly with the optional crunch of chopped nuts. The top layer features miniature marshmallows that soften and melt into a sticky, caramel-like topping during the final minutes of baking. This recipe is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of pantry staples. It&# 226;ÂÂs a crowd-pleaser at potlucks, bake sales, or family movie nights, delivering a satisfying balance of sweetness and texture in every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle the miniature marshmallows evenly over the hot bars.
  9. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes, just until the marshmallows are slightly toasted and soft.
  10. Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 36

Amount Per Serving
Calories 987.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.0g56%
Saturated Fat 11.3g57%
Cholesterol 139.9mg47%
Sodium 4610.6mg193%
Total Carbohydrate 155.0g52%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 90.7g
Protein 13.1g27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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