Recipe Name: Chocolate Gooey Bars
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Description: Chocolate Gooey Bars are a delightful creation from the kitchen of Elaine Schwang, as shared by Sue from Nebraska. Sue’s kids, along with their eager neighbors, devoured this treat in record time, attesting to its irresistible appeal. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, these bars are perfect for satisfying sudden sweet cravings or impressing guests with minimal effort. The gooey texture and rich chocolate flavor make them a hit among both children and adults alike.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 4 stars
Review Count: 2 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 404.3
- Fat Content: 17.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 23.7mg
- Sodium Content: 283.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 61.4g
- Fiber Content: 3.1g
- Sugar Content: 43.7g
- Protein Content: 5.5g
Recipe Yield: 16 bars
Recipe Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup margarine
- 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the melted butter into a cookie sheet or jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Press the chocolate cake mix evenly into the melted butter, creating a solid base for the bars.
- Sprinkle the miniature marshmallows, chocolate chips, and rolled oats evenly over the chocolate cake mix layer.
- Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over all the ingredients, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Once baked, allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Additional Notes:
- These Chocolate Gooey Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, although they are likely to disappear much quicker!
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding nuts, dried fruits, or your favorite candies for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
- Serve these bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
