Graham Cracker Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (130g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
• 1 cup (140g) graham cracker crumbs

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Beat until creamy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the graham cracker crumbs.
7. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 bar): * Calories: 250 * Fat: 12g * Carbohydrates: 35g * Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and decadent
• Sweet and buttery
• Chewy and crumbly

User Comments:

• "These graham cracker bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "I love the combination of the graham crackers and the creamy filling. It's a delicious and nostalgic treat."
• "These bars are the perfect size for satisfying a sweet tooth without being too heavy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is melted but not hot before adding it to the other ingredients.
• Don't overmix the batter, as this will make the bars tough.
• If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can crush graham crackers in a food processor.
• To make chocolate graham cracker bars, add 1/2 cup (60g) of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
• For a nuttier flavor, add 1/2 cup (50g) of chopped nuts to the batter.