Campfire-Inspired Maple Pecan S'mores Bars

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-24 · Updated 2026-07-24

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A nostalgic dessert combining toasted marshmallows, rich chocolate, and crunchy pecans with a hint of maple syrup, inspired by classic campfire s'mores. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers graham cracker crumbs, unsalted butter, melted, mini marshmallows into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 9, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 9 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs with 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter and 1/4 tsp salt until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Step 2: Press the crumb mixture evenly into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan to form a firm crust.
Step 3: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the crust, then layer 2 cups mini marshmallows on top.
Step 4: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp pure maple syrup and 1 tsp vanilla extract, then drizzle evenly over the marshmallows.
Step 5: Sprinkle 3/4 cup chopped pecans over the top.
Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes until marshmallows are golden and puffed.
Step 7: Remove from oven and let cool completely before cutting into bars.