8-ingredient, easy, Gluten-Free S’mores Bars recipe with a rich chocolate ganache layer that are vegan and refined sugar-free!
Today was our last day in Iceland and it has been such a full and amazing journey. I’m sad to leave but plan to have a photo-heavy recap up soon with suggestions, tips, and our favorite places.
But to celebrate the first official day of summer, I couldn’t think of anything better than the beloved s’more. In bar form.
There are three simple layers to these s’mores bars. The first, the graham cracker base layer. I used store-bought gluten-free graham crackers for ease. Mix with coconut oil and agave syrup and it’s ready for a pre-bake.
While the graham cracker layer cools, the rich, chocolate-y ganache layer can be whipped up in the food processor. The key to this decadent layer is using quality cocoa powder and pure vanilla extract. No fake or over-processed stuff, and I like Rodelle for both.
Once the ganache layer is spread over the graham cracker crust, it is topped with marshmallows and into the fridge to chill. A little broiler action before serving will brown those marshmallows right up! Happy Summer!
Gluten-Free S'mores Bars (Vegan)
Ingredients
Crust
- 8 ounce box gluten-free graham crackers to make about 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup virgin coconut oil melted
- 2 tablespoons light agave syrup or maple syrup
Chocolate Ganache Layer
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder I use Rodelle
- 3/4 cup very hot water
- 7 ounces vegan dark chocolate melted, slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup light agave syrup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract I use Rodelle
- ⅔ cup coconut oil melted, slightly cooled
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mini vegan marshmallows I like Dandies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8x8 baking pan with coconut oil, then line with 2 pieces of parchment, one laid in each direction.
- In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until finely crumbed. Transfer to a medium bowl and add melted coconut oil and agave. Stir with a fork to combine, then use your hands until mixture is evenly combined. Add crust mixture to prepared pan, pressing firmly to create an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes. Place on a wire rack to cool.
- Rinse out your food processor bowl and wipe clean. When your crust layer has baked and is cooling, add hot water and cocoa powder to food processor and let sit 5 minutes. Add melted chocolate, agave syrup, vanilla, coconut oil, and salt and process until mixture is very smooth and thick, about 30 seconds.
- Pour chocolate mixture into pan over crust. Shake slightly so it settles evenly. Top with marshmallows, pressing down gently. Chill in refrigerator until chocolate layer is set, at least 1 hour. When ready to serve, set broiler on high. Place pan on middle rack and broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching, until marshmallows start to brown. If needed, place pan in freezer for a couple minutes before cutting. To cut, remove bars from pan using parchment, cut into bars with a sharp knife.
Recipe Notes
Chocolate ganache adapted from Bon Appetite.
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
These bars look delicious and that smooth ganache looks to die for! Pinned :)
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
You are my savior Tessa! Always in need of delicious desserts for my gluten-free guests at the beach! Another winner and so perfect for summer
michelle @ hummingbird high says
wow wow wow. look at those layers! these look perfect. xo
Haley | Brewing Happiness says
I’m so excited to hear about Iceland, but I’m maybe even more excited to make these! xo
Alia @ Everyday Easy Eats says
I love that these are gluten-free! I am always on the lookout for good GF baking recipes since my mom is celiac. These looks so good, I hope I get a chance to make them sometime! :)
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
What a fabulous little treat to welcome Summer Tessa… I’m looking forward to hearing more about your adventure in Iceland too! Love these tasty little treats, Tessa and that I can bake them, even better! Delicious work!
alana says
can’t wait to hear more about your iceland trip!! these bars look UNREAL!!!!
Stephanie says
Wow! No words for the amount of deliciousness in this pic!
Carrie Fleming says
Huge hit this past weekend. The ganache is decadent, the whole thing is just sweet enough. The kiddos in my crew have requested another round, and soon!
Tessa says
That’s great to hear! I know they will be making another appearance in our home soon too! :) Thanks so much for the note, Carrie.