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Healthy S’mores Bars

★★★★★ 24 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: Erin7/15/20

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Need a delicious chocolatey dessert that will satisfy cravings and leave you feeling full of joy? Make Healthy S’mores Bars! They’re incredibly easy and they taste just like the real campfire-toasted deal.

healthier smores bars on tray

How to make s’mores bars:

Even better than the “real” thing

I can confidently say that I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t like s’mores. A classic summer staple, s’mores are the most delicious treats, made from the simplest ingredients! Get a fire going, roast the marshmallows, and assemble with graham crackers and a square of chocolate.

The gooier the marshmallows, the better! The thought alone sends me right back to childhood.

I recently had a craving for these little treats of joy, but since it hasn’t exactly been a warm spring and we haven’t had an outdoor bonfire yet, I was forced to get creative. But, I’m so glad I did!

These healthy s’mores bars turned out to be even better than I could’ve hoped, and they will undoubtedly become a staple in my dessert lineup. You’re going to absolutely love these things. Let’s dive into the how-to!

healthier smores bars on tray

Ingredients included in s’mores bars

We’ll be using two sets of ingredients to make these tasty dessert bars. We’ll use a blend of almond flour and maple syrup (and a few other things) for the crust, and then we’ll use traditional s’mores ingredients for the layers!

Crust:

  • Almond flour
  • Coconut oil
  • Maple syrup
  • Vanilla
  • Salt

Layers:

  • Chocolate chips*
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Graham crackers

*Save a handful of chocolate chips for the very top layer.

Kitchen tools you’ll need on deck

You’ll only need four items to complete this recipe! It couldn’t be simpler unless it baked itself!

  • Bread pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stirring spatula

For preparing your ingredients, grab the following measuring cups: 1/4 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup, 3/4 cup, and 1 cup.

healthier smores bars

How to make healthy s’mores bars

Making s’mores snack bars is pretty simple. It will require two baking portions, but neither interval takes too much time. Expect this treat to take about an hour from start to finish. Trust me, the hour wait will be well worth it!

Start making your healthy s’mores bars by preheating the oven to 375F and lining a bread pan with parchment paper. I used an 8×4 pan.

Next, grab a small bowl and mix the almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until everything is well combined.

Form this mixture into the bottom of the bread pan. This will be the crust.

Bake it for 15-17 minutes, or until it reaches a golden brown color. When it’s done, remove it from the oven and allow it to fully cool.

Turn the oven down to 350F.

After the crust has cooled for at least 15 minutes, add the chocolte chips in an even layer. Then add the marshmallows and the graham crackers on top.

Sprinkle the top layer with a few more chocolate chips.

Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown. Then, take everything out of the oven.

Let everything cool for 30 minutes before placing in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

Enjoy!

Answering your burning s’mores questions

Here are some tips and tricks that will help you prepare this recipe to perfection!

Do I have to use an 8×4 pan?
You do not! You can use any size pan you have. The larger the pan the thinner the bars will be.

Do I have to bake this recipe a second time?
If you want the ooey gooey consistency of the marshmallow bars you’re used to making, you’ll want to give this dish a second round in the oven. The way that the ingredients melt together is too good!

Can I use white chocolate?
Yes, yes, and yes! White chocolate will totally work to give this recipe a twist. I haven’t tried it, but I’m sure it tastes absolutely delicious.

How to store healthy s’mores bars
S’mores bars can be stored on the counter or in the fridge. Keep them in an airtight container to ensure that they stay nice and fresh!

healthier smores bars

Healthy s’mores bars substitution options

Missing an ingredient? Don’t worry! Many of the items in this dish can be substituted with similar swaps. Here’s a quick list of what you can use.

  • Coconut oil: Out of coconut oil? That’s okay! Any similar high fat baking oil will work in this recipe (like vegetable or canola).
  • Maple syrup: Maple syrup can be replaced with honey. If using this swap, start with a smaller amount and add more to taste.
  • Chocolate chips: I think the chocolate is the best part of this recipe, but you can use something else if you’d prefer! White chocolate s’mores do sounds really good…
  • Graham crackers: If you don’t want to use graham crackers, you can use vanilla wafers or Oreos!

A healthier dessert recipe

When you looked at the list of ingredients above, did you notice a few items that sounds like “healthy” versions of baking ingredients? That’s because I use nutrient-rich swaps to make all of my recipes as healthy as possible!

Almond Flour
I love to use almond flour in place of regular all-purpose flour. It contains extra nutrients, like protein!

Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a great baking oil option. In my opinion, it’s healthier than commonly used oils like vegetable and canola!

Maple Syrup
Rather than using granulated sugar, I love to use all-natural maple syrup. It has less chemicals and preservatives, and more deliciously sweet flavor!

Chocolate Chips
Finally, I always opt for all-natural chocolate chips. Like with the maple syrup, this option has worlds less preservatives than what you’ll find in heavily processed options.

More delicious bar ideas

A good bar recipe can do wonders for our taste buds! I love to switch it up from time to time by rotating through these delicious ideas. Which will you be trying next?

  • Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars
  • Healthy Cookie Dough Bars
  • Berry Crumble Bars (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan)
  • Healthy Lemon Bars (Gluten-Free)
  • Chocolate Almond Butter Shortbread Bars (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa

★★★★★ 5 from 24 reviews

Healthy S’mores Bars

Need a delicious chocolatey dessert that will satisfy cravings and leave you feeling full of joy? Make Healthy S’mores Bars! They’re incredibly easy and they taste just like the real campfire-toasted deal.

Prep: 10Cook: 40Total: 50 minutes
Yield 8 bars 1x
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Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Layers:

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (plus handful for very top layer)
  • 1.5 cups mini marshmallows
  • 3 graham crackers, crumbled.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F and line bread pan (I used 8×4) with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
  3. Form into bottom of bread pan. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool. Turn oven down to 350F.
  4. After crust has cooled at least 15 minutes, add chocolate chips in an even layer. Then add marshmallows and graham crackers on top. Sprinkle top layer with a few more chocolate chips.
  5. Bake in oven for 20 minutes or until marshmallows are golden brown. Take out of oven.
  6. Let cool for 30 minutes before placing in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Store on counter or in fridge.
Author: Erin MorrisseyCategory: dessert, gluten-freeMethod: bakeCuisine: AmericanDiet: Gluten Free

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  1. Nicole LaBletta says

    Posted on 1/13 at 4:45 pm

    This was such an easy recipe to make. They are delicious! My family did not even know they were healthy! I will definitely be making these again.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/14 at 11:55 am

      Hi Nicole, so glad you loved them!!

      Reply
  2. Shelby S says

    Posted on 1/4 at 12:34 am

    I made these bars for a gathering with friends and they loved them! Definitely a crowd pleaser!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 3:33 pm

      Hi Shelby, thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
  3. Rose says

    Posted on 1/3 at 9:35 pm

    Fun to make
    Glad this was a healthy version of a great snack

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 3:27 pm

      Hi Rose, so glad you loved them!

      Reply
  4. MG McCullough says

    Posted on 1/3 at 8:09 pm

    If you don’t have time to build a fire, this recipe is the next best thing. So good!! This one takes a little longer than all the other delicious ELW baked goods, but it’s still easy & absolutely worth it👏

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 3:21 pm

      Hi! Thanks so much for your kind words!!

      Reply
  5. Christine says

    Posted on 1/3 at 5:58 pm

    I have made these 3x now and every time my crowd loves them!! So so good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 3:08 pm

      Hi Christine, thanks so much for sharing!! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Sarah says

    Posted on 1/3 at 4:46 pm

    I have probably made these a dozen times and love them so much!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 2:48 pm

      Hi Sarah, so happy you love them so much!

      Reply
  7. shelby says

    Posted on 11/4 at 11:53 am

    These s’mores bars are delicious! The crust on the bottom is moist and tastes like shortbread. I used churro smashmallows for the marshmallow layer and gluten-free oat grahams in place of the graham crackers, and oh my GOSH. They’re so tasty. I had to keep mine in the fridge for longer than an hour for them to firm up, so I left them overnight and cut them into bars in the morning. Such a hit! I’ll definitely be making these again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 11/4 at 1:28 pm

      Hi Shelby, I am thrilled you enjoyed them!! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Kayla says

    Posted on 8/23 at 1:03 pm

    These are absolutely divine. My whole family loved them!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/24 at 8:27 pm

      Hi Kayla, I am thrilled your whole family loves them!!

      Reply
  9. Larissa says

    Posted on 8/14 at 7:08 pm

    Is it 448 calories per bar?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/15 at 8:19 am

      Hi Larissa, yes! Let me know how yours come out!

      Reply
  10. Billie says

    Posted on 7/29 at 9:33 am

    These sound so good, they are going on my make very soon list!!!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:08 pm

      Hi Billie! They’ll be the perfect dessert to the tuna patties. Let me know your thoughts after you make the bars too! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Sharon D. says

    Posted on 7/29 at 9:28 am

    Do I have to wait for them to cool and be in the fridge or can I enjoy them ooey gooey after an initial cool down?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:09 pm

      Hi Sharon, feel free to eat them right away but just be careful and don’t burn yourself. Let me know what you think of them once you bake them! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Casey says

    Posted on 7/27 at 2:02 pm

    Made a batch and sent them to my Dad and they are his new favorite dessert! Every time we chat on the phone he’s asking me when I’m going to make him more….

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:23 pm

      Hi Casey, I’m so glad you and your Dad both love the bars! You might have to teach him how to make them soon! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Kristin says

    Posted on 7/26 at 9:23 pm

    OMG so good! My husband said it was a great treat. My bottom crust wasn’t crispy, but I didn’t hate it like that. Will totally make this again and it was super easy!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:26 pm

      Hi Kristin, so happy you and your husband liked the bars. Let me know how take two goes! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Danielle says

    Posted on 7/26 at 12:36 am

    SOO good!! Made these for my
    family and boyfriend tonight. Everyone was raving! Best summer treat. Thank you!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:32 pm

      Hi Danielle, so happy you, your family, and boyfriend all loved the bars! Hope you enjoy them all summer long! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Alyssa says

    Posted on 7/24 at 4:54 pm

    I just made these last night and they are almost gone! They were a huge hit with my family; they are so delicious and easy to make. Thank you Erin!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 7:35 pm

      Hi Alyssa, so glad you and your family loved the bars. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Corrine says

    Posted on 7/18 at 11:18 am

    These were a huge hit at my BBQ last night! Great recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 8:16 pm

      Hi Corrine, so happy to hear that everyone enjoyed the bars! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Kayla says

    Posted on 7/16 at 7:27 am

    These smores bars were SO good! When my roommate and I saw the post we ran to the store & bought the ingredients we didn’t have! They were a hit with a friend we had over for dinner!

    10/10!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Danielle says

      Posted on 7/16 at 3:16 pm

      I am said roommate! Loved these. So easy to make and they were a hit!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Erin says

        Posted on 8/2 at 9:39 pm

        Hi Danielle! So happy you and Kayla love the bars so much!! 🙂

      • Liz says

        Posted on 4/11 at 7:53 pm

        These were so creative and yummy! So easy to make and a super filling dessert, in a good way! Definitely a favorite and will be making it again

        ★★★★★

      • Erin says

        Posted on 4/12 at 8:21 pm

        Hi Liz, thrilled you loved the bars! 🙂

    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 9:49 pm

      Hi Kayla, thanks so much for your kind words about the bars and you, your roommate and friend liked them!!

      Reply
  18. Morgan says

    Posted on 7/15 at 11:10 pm

    Loved this! Definitely make sure to refridgerate for the full hour after finished cooling. I don’t recommend reheating this because the bottom crust becomes crumbly.

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 9:51 pm

      Hi Morgan, thanks for your kind words and tip! 🙂

      Reply
  19. marquis | realrawkitchen says

    Posted on 7/15 at 9:36 pm

    this. looks. AMAZING. wow 🤤 and so simple too! I can’t wait to play with this in the kitchen, thanks, Erin!!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 9:55 pm

      Hi Marquis, thank you so much for your kind words. I hope you enjoy the bars. Let me know how they come out!

      Reply
  20. Becca says

    Posted on 7/15 at 6:47 pm

    Can I use any other flour besides almond? Eg. oat or regular?

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/2 at 9:57 pm

      Hi Becca, yes, you can definitely substitute for another flour. Before you bake, just check the ratio of almond to whatever flour you choose since some won’t be 1:1. Let me know what flour you make them with and how they come out! 🙂

      Reply
    • Kellen says

      Posted on 2/6 at 10:34 pm

      Oh my gosh yum! So easy and such a hit!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Erin says

        Posted on 2/7 at 7:57 pm

        Hi Kellen, so happy you enjoyed it!

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