S'mores Brownies

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   Preheat the oven to 350 and line an 8-inch-square baking pan with foil so it folds over the sides.

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   In a food processor, finely grind the graham crackers (you should have 1 1/2 cups).

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   Transfer the crumbs to a medium bowl.

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   In a small saucepan, melt 5 tablespoons of the butter and stir the butter into the crumbs.

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   Press the crumbs evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for about 12 minutes, until set; let cool completely on a rack.

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   Meanwhile, in a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of the chocolate chips with the cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons of water and the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter.

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   Microwave at high power for 1 minute, until almost melted, then whisk until smooth.

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   Let cool to room temperature.

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   In a small bowl, whisk the sugar with the flour, baking powder and salt.

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    Whisk the eggs and vanilla into the cooled chocolate mixture.

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    Stir in the flour mixture and the remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips; stir to combine.

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    Scrape the batter over the crust and spread evenly with an offset spatula.

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    Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the brownies are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean.

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    Preheat the broiler to low and set a rack 8 inches from the heat.

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    Top the brownies with the marshmallows and broil until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

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    Let the brownies cool completely on a rack, then using the foil, lift the brownies out of the pan.

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    Cut into squares and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.