Whimsical Apple Pie Marshmallow Dream Bars

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups diced apples, peeled
• 2 cups mini marshmallows

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup melted butter
• 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. 02
   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
3. 03
   Gradually add the sifted flour, salt, and ground cinnamon to the creamed mixture, stirring until combined.
4. 04
   Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
5. 05
   Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down slightly.
6. 06
   Sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top of the apple mixture.
7. 07
   In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and toasted walnuts for the topping.
8. 08
   Sprinkle the topping mixture over the marshmallows, pressing down lightly.
9. 09
   Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the marshmallows are golden and the edges are bubbling.
10. 10
    Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.