Cathedral Windows (Church Window Cookies)
This no bake cathedral windows recipe is a bar “cookie” version of the classic church window cookies made with chocolate and multi-colored mini marshmallows. Bars are much easier to cut and serve than shaping into logs and rolling in coconut. It's more like marshmallow chocolate candy!
Servings: 25 servings
Calories: 1bar without walnuts or coconut
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (11.5-ounce) package milk chocolate chips or 1 (12-ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
- ½ cup salted or unsalted butter (one stick, cut into 4 pieces)
- 1 (10.5-ounce) package multi-colored mini marshmallows
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Line a 9x9-inch or 11x7-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. You can also line it with aluminum foil, then coat with cooking spray.
- Combine the chocolate chips and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave (1200 watts) on HIGH for a minute.
- Remove from the microwave and stir until everything is melted and smooth.
- Stir in the mini marshmallows (and walnuts, if using). Then, mix gently until the chocolate coats the marshmallows. Work quickly before the chocolate firms up.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it to the edges. Gently press down with the back of the spoon or spatula.
- If adding coconut, sprinkle it evenly over the top and press lightly with your fingertips so it sticks to the chocolate-marshmallow mixture.I often sprinkle just half the pan with coconut.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm enough to cut into bars. They are decadent and rich, so cutting into 25 pieces (5x5) works well.
Notes
- If you’re buying marshmallows in bulk, make sure to store them properly since they can dry out quickly once opened. Seal the bag tightly if there are leftovers.
- When it comes to toppings, don’t stop with just nuts and coconut. You can also try crushed peppermint candy or a drizzle of white chocolate!
