Toasted Bittersweet S'mores Bars

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   Heat the oven to 350F Line an 8-inch-square baking dish with foil, leaving about 1 inch hanging over 2 edges.

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   Lightly coat the bottom and sides with cooking spray.

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   Make room in the fridge.

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   Put 3 Tbs.

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   of the butter in a medium, heatproof bowl and heat in a microwave or over simmering water until melted.

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   Add the cookie crumbs and stir until the crumbs are moist and well blended.

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   Dump the crumbs into the prepared pan and, using a flat-bottomed cup, firmly press the crumbs into an even layer on the bottom.

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   Bake until fragrant, about 12 minutes.

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   Set on a rack to cool.

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    Put the chocolate and the remaining 5 tablespoons butter in a medium heatproof bowl and heat in a microwave or over simmering water until melted.

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    Whisk until smooth and blended.

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    Pour into the baked crust (it's OK if the crust is still warm) and spread evenly.

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    Refrigerate until almost firm, about 30 minutes (for faster chilling, slide the pan into the freezer).

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    Arrange the marshmallow halves, cut side down, evenly over the chocolate, pressing lightly.

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    Cover and refrigerate until very firm, about 40 minutes or for up to 2 days.

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    Just before serving, adjust the oven rack to the top level and heat the broiler on high.

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    Using the excess foil as handles, lift the s'more square from the pan and set on a cookie sheet.

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    Pull the foil away from the sides and slide the cookie sheet under the broiler.

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    Broil until the marshmallows are browned, about 20 seconds.

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    Set on a rack and move the foil and s'more square to a cutting board.

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    Cut into 18 rectangles.

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    Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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    Serve slightly chilled.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.