Oatmeal Cookie S’mores Bars
Oatmeal Cookie S’mores Bars combine chewy old-fashioned oats, rich chocolate chips, and gooey toasted marshmallows to create a nostalgic, indulgent treat that’s soft, chewy, and perfect for sharing. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these bars offer a comforting blend of familiar flavors and textures that delight every bite.
- Author: Lilly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup marshmallows (toasted or regular)
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed to ensure consistent texture and rise in your bars.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter with brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, creating a tender crumb.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract for flavor. The eggs bind the ingredients and enrich the dough.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry oat mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bars soft and chewy.
- Layer Chocolate and Marshmallows: Spread half of the dough evenly into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish. Sprinkle a layer of chocolate chips and marshmallows over the dough, then top with the remaining dough to create a layered effect.
- Bake and Cool: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the marshmallows are lightly toasted. Let the bars cool completely before slicing to maintain their shape and gooey texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for better creaming with sugar and a fluffier dough.
- Do not overbake; bars are done when edges are golden but center remains soft and chewy.
- Press the dough firmly into the pan to create dense, chewy bars rather than crumbly pieces.
- Allow the bars to cool fully before slicing to prevent marshmallows from oozing out.
- Use fresh oats and butter to guarantee the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (1/16 of recipe)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Oatmeal bars, S’mores, Cookies, Chocolate, Marshmallows, Chewy dessert, Easy bake, Snack bars