Maple Marshmallow M&M Bars
These Maple Marshmallow M&M Bars are gooey, colorful, and irresistibly sweet! With the warm flavor of maple syrup, pockets of melted marshmallows, and bursts of crunchy M&Ms, these bars are perfect for fall gatherings, bake sales, or a fun family dessert. No mixer required!
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ¾ cup M&Ms regular or seasonal colors
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined—do not overmix.
- Fold in add-ins: Gently fold in mini marshmallows, M&Ms, and nuts if using.
- Bake the bars: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean (a few gooey crumbs are fine).
- Cool and cut: Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use seasonal M&Ms for themed occasions (e.g., red & green for Christmas, pastel for Easter).
- Bars will be soft and gooey—chill for cleaner slices.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or golden syrup if preferred.