These S’mores Brownie Delights are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the fudgy goodness of brownies with the irresistible flavors of s’mores. Each bite offers a perfect balance of rich chocolate, gooey marshmallow, and crunchy graham cracker, making them an instant crowd-pleaser.
Imagine biting into a perfectly baked brownie, topped with toasted marshmallows and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs. Pure bliss!
Recipe Details
- Flavor Profile: Decadent chocolate with sweet, toasted marshmallow and a hint of graham cracker.
- Textures: Fudgy brownie base, soft and gooey marshmallow topping, with a slight crunch from the graham crackers.
- Total Time: Approximately 35 minutes, including prep and baking.
- Difficulty: Easy, great for beginner bakers.
What You’ll Need
To whip up these S’mores Brownie Delights, you’ll need the usual baking suspects combined with the components of a classic s’more. That means a mix of pantry staples for the brownie batter — flour, sugar, butter, and eggs. Then, it’s all about adding the s’mores: marshmallows, graham crackers, and a touch of chocolate.
Ingredient Notes
- Unsalted Butter – Using unsalted butter lets you control the saltiness of the brownies. Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
- Granulated Sugar – This sweetens the brownies and helps create a tender crumb.
- Large Eggs – Eggs provide structure and richness to the brownies. Room temperature eggs blend in the best.
- All-Purpose Flour – All-purpose flour is the base of the brownie, giving it shape and a soft texture.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – Adds a deep, rich chocolate flavor.
- Mini Marshmallows – These melt beautifully and create that perfect gooey s’mores topping.
- Graham Cracker Crumbs – Adds a delightful crunch and classic s’mores flavor, use the crumbs you love.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Chocolate Chips: Stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the brownie batter for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Different Chocolate: Use dark or milk chocolate cocoa powder for slightly different flavor profiles.
- Nutty Twist: Add chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, to the brownie batter for added texture.
How to Make S’mores Brownie Delights
Making these S’mores Brownie Delights is a straightforward process, perfect for any level of baker. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a pan of gooey, chocolatey perfection!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat.
- Whisk in the sugar until combined. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the brownies from the oven and sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top.
- Return the brownies to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and toasted. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Remove the brownies from the oven and sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Pro Tip: Don’t overbake the brownies! The center should still be slightly soft for that perfect fudgy texture. And watch the marshmallows closely in the oven.
Recipe Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for the best results, especially the eggs.
- Don’t overmix the brownie batter; this can lead to tough brownies. Stir until the ingredients are just combined.
- Check the brownies for doneness with a toothpick. The toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not liquid batter.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- For easy cleanup, line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to lift the brownies out.
FAQs
- Can I use a different size baking pan? Yes, you can. If using a different size pan, adjust the baking time accordingly. A smaller pan will result in thicker brownies and require a longer baking time.
- Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, these brownies are great made in advance! Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Can I freeze S’mores Brownie Delights? Yes, you can freeze them for up to a month. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw at room temperature.
- What if I don’t have graham cracker crumbs? You can crush graham crackers yourself in a food processor or by placing them in a Ziploc bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these S’mores Brownie Delights on their own for a simple treat. Or, consider pairing them with:
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- A drizzle of hot fudge or caramel sauce.
- A glass of cold milk
- Fresh berries for a touch of freshness.
Make This Recipe in Advance
The brownie batter can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator, ready to bake when you need them. The baked brownies themselves can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
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S’mores Brownie Delights
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
Description
These S’mores Brownie Delights are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the fudgy goodness of brownies with the irresistible flavors of s’mores. Each bite offers a perfect balance of rich chocolate, gooey marshmallow, and crunchy graham cracker, making them an instant crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
½ cup butter
2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips divided
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ¼ cup all purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 10-oz bag of miniature marshmallows
¼ cup broken milk chocolate pieces
8 graham crackers broken into small pieces
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350. Prepare a 9 x 13 baking pan with parchment paper or nonstick spray.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and 1 cup of chocolate chips in short bursts. Let cool slightly.
Whisk in vanilla and eggs, one at a time.
Add sugar, flour, baking soda, and cinnamon, mixing until combined.
Stir in the second cup of chocolate chips.
Pour batter into the pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Remove from oven, spread marshmallows on top, and broil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Cool slightly, then top with graham cracker pieces and chocolate candy.
Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for the best results, especially the eggs.
Don’t overmix the brownie batter; this can lead to tough brownies. Stir until the ingredients are just combined.
Check the brownies for doneness with a toothpick. The toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not liquid batter.
Let the brownies cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
For easy cleanup, line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to lift the brownies out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 4g
