Description
Bonfire Bars are a delightful twist on the classic s’mores, combining layers of graham crackers, rich chocolate caramel, and fluffy marshmallows into an irresistible treat. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy nights by the fire, these bars are not only easy to make but also a guaranteed hit at any gathering. Their sweet and savory balance satisfies cravings while offering a unique dessert experience. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, anyone can create this nostalgic dessert that sparks joy and brings friends and family together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 340g graham cracker crumbs
- 113g butter
- 680g evaporated milk
- 300g sugar
- 8 ounces unsweetened baker’s chocolate
- 170g cold butter (for topping)
- 30g unflavored gelatin
- 280g flour
- 150g brown sugar
- 3g salt
- 380g sugar (final layer)
- 285g corn syrup (final layer)
- 180g honey
- 150g water
- 10g vanilla
- 3 lbs dark chocolate, tempered
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- For the base, mix graham cracker crumbs, flour, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl; incorporate cold butter until crumbly. Press into the baking dish.
- Melt evaporated milk, heavy cream, sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a double boiler; stir in baker’s chocolate until smooth. Pour over the graham cracker base.
- For the topping, dissolve gelatin in cold water; heat sugar, corn syrup, honey, water, and vanilla until soft ball stage. Mix in gelatin then whip until fluffy; pour over the chocolate layer.
- Temper dark chocolate and pour it over the marshmallow topping. Cool completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg