Having a 7-year-old is a wild ride, isn’t it? It’s like you’ve accidentally signed up for a second social life, only you’re the designated driver/snack provider/dance partner. Austen’s social calendar is busier than mine ever was: classes, playdates, birthdays, school dances, movie nights… my job description has officially morphed into “glorified chaperone.”
But hey, at least we get the snacks, right?
These Golden Graham S’mores Bars were inspired by a bake sale treat I devoured at one of these very important school events. It was my reward for busting a move on the dance floor with Austen and her crew. (And yes, I’m still cool enough for her to want to dance with me. For now. 
) I did catch my husband giving me a knowing smile from his corner, glued to his phone, a reminder that someday it’ll just be the two of us again. (Yes, I’ve been binge-watching “This Is Us,” okay? Don’t judge me.)
Anyway, the bake sale treat was so good, I immediately looked up a recipe and bought a giant bag of Golden Grahams the next day. And then I had to figure out what to do with the rest of the box, because we’re not exactly a “cereal for dinner” kind of family.
But the result was these mini-batch bars, and they are pure s’mores magic in a pan. They’re the perfect little pick-me-up in the middle of winter when you’re craving a taste of summer campfire goodness.
Why You Need These in Your Life:
- S’mores Without the Campfire: All the flavor, none of the mosquito bites.
- Easy and Quick: Perfect for busy weeknights (or when you’re just feeling lazy).
- Nostalgia in Every Bite: Golden Grahams? Marshmallows? Chocolate? It’s a trip down memory lane.
- Mini-Batch Perfection: Just enough to satisfy your craving without a ton of leftovers.
Let me know if you give these a try! They’re a guaranteed hit, whether you’re chaperoning a school dance or just need a little s’mores fix in the middle of a snowstorm.
Mini-batch Golden Grahams S’mores Bars
Equipment
- small loaf pan or muffin pan
Ingredients
Wet ingredients
- 1/2 tbsp nut/seed butter, or (plant) butter melted (8 g) I used peanut butter but almond or cashew will be more neutral
- 1 1/2 oz marshmallows (42 g) this is about 1 cup chopped or mini marshmallows
- 3/4 cup golden grahams cereal (30 g) vegan/gf if desired, sub any alternative or chopped graham crackers or cookies
- pinch of salt
Mix-ins
- 3 tbsp chopped or mini marshmallows (8 g)
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips (14 g) df if desired
Instructions
- In a small bowl add your butter, marshmallows and pinch of salt.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Don't overheat it, you don't want it to melt your mix-ins.
- Stir in the cereal until all cereal is covered (try not to crush the pieces). Similarly stir in your mix-ins.
- Press the mixture into a small, lined dish or muffin pan.
- Refrigerate or freeze for at least 30 minutes to allow the treats to set.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
