Monday, May 21, 2012

S'mores Bars, Two Ways

Let me start off by saying that this past weekend was one of the most mentally exhausting ever. Family drama would be an understatement. We are talking like an episode of "Cops" drama. If I wouldn't have had these Smore's Bars to enjoy, it is likely that I would have committed murder at some point. Not really, but you can get the idea. Who likes chocolate? I love chocolate, it really does put me in a better mood. 

I saw this today and it made me giggle:


That whole "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels" saying kills me. Obviously the person that created that statement has never eaten fried chicken, pizza, french fries, butter or these ridiculously good Smore's Bars. Sure, I want to be skinny. Sure, I want to fit into size 3 jeans. But, I want cake more - just sayin.

I used to have will-power made of steel. You don't go from 200lbs to 130lbs by slacking up. And yes people, I have put on some pounds since my 130's, so you can stop rolling your eyes now. I worked out 7 days a week, rain or shine, sick or tired. Nothing stood in my way, not even cake. Granted, I didn't have a career or a fiance that constantly tells me how "perfect" I am at my current weight. Why do men do that? Great, you love me the way I am - I don't. So, how about you lie and call me a fatty or something? I tell Ryan he is my biggest will-power distraction. After 8 hours with 20 wild children, the last thing I want to do is go to the gym. Hello, couch please! However, if I thought my fiance was disgusted by my jiggle, I might feel a little more inclined to pass on the couch session. Thanks for thinking I'm beautiful Ryan, jerk. 

I have a year and 5 months until the wedding, so I am not yet in the "holy crap, I don't want to look like Miss Piggy in my wedding dress" stage. I swear in 14 days when I am off for summer I will get my fat butt back in the gym. Until then, I will keep making calorie filled goodness. Okay, lets be honest, I will make calorie filled goodness once I'm back in the gym, I will just have to give it away immediately. Any takers? I thought so.

Okay, enough life story rambling for one day. Graham cracker crust, Chocolate, marshmallow fluff...need I say more? Get ready for glory of the mouth. I watched a grown man lick the platter clean after eating one of these, and no I am not joking. And believe it or not, it was not Ryan - he is growing up so fast. I am so proud of him when he uses his manners like a good boy. 


Peanut Butter Cup S'mores Bars
Recipe courtesy of The Sweet Life

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
16 peanut butter cups, regular size
1 1/2 cups marshmallow fluff

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Line an 8×8 baking dishing with parchment paper; coat lightly with cooking spray.

In a large bowl of the bowl of stand mixer, beat butter and sugars until fluffy.  Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.  Scrape down the sides.  With the mixer on low, stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and graham cracker crumbs until mixed.

Spread 2/3 of the dough on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.  Lightly press the peanut butter cups into the dough, then spread marshmallow fluff on top.  Press the remaining dough on a non-stick surface into the shape of an 8×8 square.  Place the square on top of the fluff and press down lightly.

Bake for 30 minutes or until the edges just begin to brown.  Allow to cool for at least two hours to give the bars a chance to set, then remove from the pan and cut into squares with a large, sharp knife.



Some people (with questionable brains) don't like peanut butter cups. So, I made these Smore's bars with regular Hershey's Bars as well. I have to admit, I prefer them this way. There is just something about an eewy, gooey, chewy, s'mores bar. 


S'mores Bars

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 extra large Hershey's Bars (milk chocolate)
1 1/2 cups marshmallow fluff

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Line an 8×8 baking dishing with parchment paper; coat lightly with cooking spray.

In a large bowl of the bowl of stand mixer, beat butter and sugars until fluffy.  Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.  Scrape down the sides.  With the mixer on low, stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and graham cracker crumbs until mixed.

Spread 2/3 of the dough on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.  Lightly press the peanut butter cups into the dough, then spread marshmallow fluff on top.  Press the remaining dough on a non-stick surface into the shape of an 8×8 square.  Place the square on top of the fluff and press down lightly.

Bake for 30 minutes or until the edges just begin to brown.  Allow to cool for at least two hours to give the bars a chance to set, then remove from the pan and cut into squares with a large, sharp knife.

12 comments:

  1. Cute name! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love yours! Can't wait to read more.

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    1. Awe, thanks so much! I am just starting off, but I love seeing other great blogs out there! Love yours! Hopefully we can swap recipes and inspire one another in the kitchen! :)

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  2. Haha! What you wrote about your fiance thinking you are perfect as you are cracked me up. I've been there before. If my husband weren't so dang happy with me, I might be more motivated too. ;)

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    1. I seriously wish he would just call me a fatty, lol! I can't motivate myself to eat healthy and workout when he is telling me I am perfect how I am. Maybe one day! Glad I am not alone in this ;) You are tiny, you don't need to change a thing! Love your blog, I just subscribed! Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment!

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  3. Sabrina... holy moly these bars look INCREDIBLE!!! I love your blog. It's adorable! And yes, anyone who said nthing tastes as good as skinny feels has never had chocolate or peanut butter or THESE BARS!

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    1. Awe, thanks so much Sally! You are definitely right about that! Chocolate and peanut butter are worth that whole not being skinny thing. And these bars have both, mixed with melty marshmallow fluff! What could be better?! If you love peanut butter and chocolate, try these! :)

      Thanks so much for stopping by my blog!

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  4. These are awesome. Beyond awesome. And I love your blog, it's so cute! I can't wait to follow and see more. :)

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    1. Thank you so much! It always makes me smile when an awesome, experienced blogger says such nice things on my blog! I am starting out, but I love this world already! I am excited to follow your blog and get to know you better! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and comment! :)

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  5. Your whoopie pies looks delish, too! Thanks for coming over and saying all those nice things on my Banana Whoopie Pies. I love meeting new, nice bloggin' ladies as well.

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    1. Thank you! There is just something about a whoopie pie that makes me giddy! You take the cake with smothering yours in chocolate. I will be doing that in the very near future! I am excited for us to share recipes! Can't wait to see what else you come up with! Thank you for stopping by and saying hello! :)

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  6. Um...so...yes I love your recipes. The thought of peanut butter cups in a s'more is seriously killing me right now. My diet this week is going to take a little detour :) Thanks for stopping by our blog to say hi!

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    1. I keep breaking my diet, so don't feel bad! I am so glad you like my recipes! Yay for new blog friends. Can't wait to share our ideas :)

      Thank you for stopping by!

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