I’ve been struggling a bit with the blog lately—not because I don’t have things to say, but because it’s hard to find the right balance. Readers sometimes react when I share too much of my personal life and other times they react when I don’t share enough. The truth is, you can’t please everyone, so I’m going to keep writing what feels right: a mix of life stories and recipes.
Some posts will be personal, others strictly about food. Today falls somewhere in between.
My husband and I have been binge-watching Parenthood recently. I’m always a little surprised when he gets hooked on shows I expect him not to like, but this one has drawn us both in. It’s a family drama with plenty of heart and complications—exactly my kind of comfort TV.
The family dynamics and emotional storylines are what keep me watching. I love the way the show handles relationships and everyday struggles.
And because I never get tired of s’mores, here’s another twist on that classic: S’mores Fudge Bars.
I simplified the original recipe a bit: instead of making marshmallow fluff from scratch (and dealing with a candy thermometer), I used a jar of marshmallow creme. Quick, easy, and still delicious.
S’mores Fudge Bars recipe adapted from Cookies and Cups.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- Fudge layer
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- Fluff layer
- 1 jar marshmallow fluff/creme
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with foil for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Over low heat, melt the milk chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan, stirring until smooth. Pour this fudge layer evenly over the baked crust.
- Spread about 1½ to 2 cups of marshmallow fluff over the chocolate layer. Optionally, sprinkle additional graham cracker crumbs on top for extra texture.
- Place the pan under the oven broiler for 30–45 seconds to lightly brown the marshmallow layer—watch closely so it doesn’t burn. Let cool before slicing into bars.
Enjoy these rich, nostalgic bars—perfect for sharing with family during a cozy night in, especially while watching a good TV drama.