The No-Campfire Fruited S’mores Bars

Directions

 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 13 x 9-inch (3 L) metal baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) overhang at each end.

2. In a bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon. Drizzle with butter and stir until crumbs are moistened evenly. Spread into prepared pan and press down to form an even base. Bake for about 10 minutes or until puffed. Let cool completely.
 
3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until combined. Add strawberries, marshmallows and ½ cup (125 mL) of the chocolate chips and stir gently to distribute evenly. Spread over cooled base and smooth with offset spatula to even out. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm; or for up to 2 days. Cut into bars.
 
4. In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave remaining chocolate chips on High (100%) power for 20 second intervals, stirring often, until melted. Drizzle over bars before serving.

Cooking Tip:
Stir in ¼ cup (50 mL) chopped toasted pecans with marshmallows, if desired.
For added fun with the kids, substitute the regular mini marshmallows for the colourful ones.

Nutritional Information

Per serving (1 bar)
Energy             190 Calories
Protein             2 g
Carbohydrates            14 g
Fat                               15 g
Fibre                            0.7 g
Sodium                        116 mg
 
Here are the key nutrients provided by a serving:
Nutrient (% DV)
Calcium           2% / 22 mg
Vitamin A         13%
Vitamin C        7%
Riboflavin        6%
Vitamin B12      5%

Recipe and Photo courtesy Dairy Farmers of Canada.
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