Crispy S'mores Bars

These crispy s'mores bars are super delicious, although they fell a little bit short on the crispy.  I was a tad bit worried that the cocoa rice krispies would get soggy in the chocolate mixture and turn out to be more chewy than crispy, and they did.  Not extremely, but a little bit.  They are still wonderful, though, and will disappear in no time.  A chocolatey rice krispie and marshmallow layer sits on top of a graham cracker crust, and is topped with toasted marshmallows.  Original recipe found here.

Crispy S'mores Bars

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 15 or 16 full graham cracker sheets)
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
7 Tablespoons butter, melted
16 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk
2 cups cocoa rice krispies
4 cups mini marshmallows, divided


Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until crumbs are evenly moistened.  Pour the crumb mixture into the prepared dish and press firmly and evenly onto the bottom of the dish.  Chill for 30 to 60 minutes, or until cold and firm.

Place the chocolate chips and milk in a microwaveable bowl and heat in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.  Let the chocolate mixture cool for 10 to 20 minutes.

Pour the cocoa rice krispies and 2 cups of the marshmallows into the cooled chocolate mixture and stir until combined.  Pour the chocolate mixture over the chilled graham cracker crust and spread evenly.  Top with the remaining 2 cups of marshmallows.  Place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes (watching constantly!!!) until golden brown and toasted.  Chill the bars for several hours or overnight until firm.  Cut into bars and serve.  Makes 24 bars.

Enjoy!  -Cardamommy