Classic Graham Cracker Bars

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Classic Graham Cracker Bars
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 02, 2023

These classic Graham Cracker Bars are a sweet and tasty treat that the whole family will love. Made with simple ingredients like graham crackers, butter, brown sugar, and chocolate chips, these bars are easy to prepare and require minimal baking time. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or even a quick snack, these homemade bars will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the decadent combination of crunchy graham cracker crust and gooey chocolate filling.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
  3. Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust.
  4. In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
  5. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter over the prepared graham cracker crust in the baking pan. Spread it evenly using a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, cut into desired-sized bars and serve. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Graham cracker bars are a popular American dessert that originated in the late 19th century.
  • Graham crackers were invented by Sylvester Graham, a Presbyterian minister who believed in a vegetarian diet.
  • The use of graham crackers in desserts gained widespread popularity due to the influence of the Kellogg brothers and their famous sanitarium in the early 20th century.