Smores Brownies with Graham Crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, 4 tbsp melted butter, and 2 tbsp sugar in a bowl.
3. Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan using the back of a spoon until a flat, even layer forms.
4. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
5. In a large bowl, whisk 0.5 cup melted butter and 1 cup sugar until well combined.
6. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
7. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt; fold gently with a spatula until just combined to ensure a fudgy texture.
8. Fold in bittersweet chocolate chips and pour the batter over the pre-baked graham crust.
9. Bake the brownies until the center is set but still slightly gooey.
10. During the final 5-8 minutes of baking, top the brownies with mini marshmallows and milk chocolate chips.
11. Finish under the oven broiler for 1-2 minutes until the marshmallows are toasted and charred on top.