No campfire needed for perfect s’mores when your air fryer does all the work in just 5 minutes. The hot circulating air creates that ideal golden marshmallow exterior with gooey interior every single time.
Three simple ingredients transform into the classic treat without any outdoor setup or cleanup hassles. Your kitchen becomes the perfect s’mores spot year-round.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Foolproof technique means perfect results every time: The air fryer method prevents burnt marshmallows and unmelted chocolate, which is where most indoor s’mores go wrong. You’ll never end up with rock-hard marshmallows or disappointing cold chocolate again.
- Campfire quality with kitchen convenience: Three simple ingredients create a dessert that tastes like it came from the perfect campfire setup. The hot circulating air creates that ideal golden marshmallow with gooey interior.
- Lightning-fast preparation saves your sanity: Five minutes from start to finish makes this perfect for dessert emergencies when you need something sweet and satisfying on the table fast.
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Health Benefits of Air Fryer Desserts
Lower in Fat
Air fryers use little to no oil, which means desserts can be prepared with much less fat compared to deep-frying.
Fewer Calories
Since less oil is absorbed during cooking, air-fried desserts are usually lighter in calories while still tasting delicious.
Keeps Nutrients
The quick air-frying process helps preserve important vitamins and minerals, especially when using fruits or nuts in desserts.
Safer & Easy
Air fryers reduce the formation of harmful compounds that can occur with deep frying, while also making dessert preparation faster and more convenient.
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Ingredients
Graham crackers (2 whole sheets): Look for crackers that snap crisply and aren’t stale. Fresh graham crackers provide the satisfying crunch that makes s’mores special. Any flavor works, though honey varieties add extra sweetness.
Large marshmallows (2 pieces): Fresh marshmallows are non-negotiable here. The mini ones won’t give you enough gooey interior, and old marshmallows get tough instead of melty in the air fryer.
Chocolate bar: Hershey’s milk chocolate bars are the classic choice, but any plain chocolate bar breaks into perfect pieces. Chocolate chips roll around too much in the circulating air, so stick with breakable bars.
Equipment Needed
- Air fryer Small sharp knife for cutting marshmallows
- Small spatula for safe removal
- Cutting board
Directions
- Break the graham cracker sheets in half to make four squares. Place two squares into the air fryer basket as the base for your s’mores.
- Prepare the marshmallows by cutting or tearing off about 1/4 inch from the bottom to expose the sticky side. This helps the marshmallows stick to the crackers and prevents them from flying around in the air fryer.
- Press the sticky side of each marshmallow firmly onto the graham cracker squares in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 350°F and cook for 2-3 minutes until the marshmallows are puffed and golden brown on top.
- Place the remaining graham cracker squares and chocolate pieces on top of the marshmallows. Stack the chocolate if needed to fit properly.
- Air fry for 1 more minute at 350°F to warm the chocolate, making it soft but still holding its shape.
- Use a small spatula to carefully remove the s’mores from the air fryer, avoiding burning your fingers. Press the chocolate-topped graham cracker onto the gooey marshmallow to complete your s’more.
- Let the s’mores rest for 1-2 minutes to cool slightly. This prevents the molten marshmallow from burning your tongue while keeping everything warm and melty.
Important Insights That Make a Difference
- Marshmallow cutting technique prevents kitchen disasters: The exposed sticky interior creates proper adhesion that prevents marshmallows from flying around your air fryer basket. Without this crucial step, you’ll find melted marshmallow stuck everywhere except where you want it.
- Temperature control is the secret most recipes miss: The 350°F setting creates perfect browning without burning the outside before the interior gets gooey. Higher temperatures char the marshmallow surface while lower temperatures just dry everything out.
- Timing affects final texture more than people realize: I’ve tested this with different air fryer models and marshmallow brands. The 2-3 minute timing for marshmallows ensures perfect golden color, while that extra minute for chocolate creates ideal melting without making a sticky mess.
Variations to Try
- Different chocolate adventures – Dark chocolate, white chocolate, or candy bars with peanut butter or caramel fillings create completely different flavor profiles using the same reliable technique.
- Cookie substitutions – Biscoff cookies, gingersnaps, chocolate graham crackers, or split Oreos replace regular graham crackers for unique twists on the classic combination.
- Gourmet marshmallow upgrades – Homemade marshmallows or flavored varieties take these s’mores from good to absolutely incredible with minimal extra effort required.
- Creative combinations – Different cookie and chocolate pairings let family members customize their perfect s’more using the same foolproof method.
FAQs
Can I use marshmallow fluff instead of whole marshmallows for this recipe? Marshmallow fluff won’t work since it just melts into a sticky mess without creating that signature gooey texture everyone loves. Whole marshmallows hold their shape while the interior becomes perfectly soft and the exterior gets golden.
Should I line my air fryer basket to prevent messy cleanup? Lining with parchment paper or foil helps catch any chocolate or marshmallow drips, but it’s not necessary if you’re careful with placement. The key is making sure marshmallows are properly stuck to graham crackers before air frying starts.
Why do my marshmallows sometimes blow off the crackers during cooking?
This happens when you skip cutting the marshmallow bottom or don’t press firmly enough onto the graham cracker base. The strong circulating air can lift lightweight marshmallows that aren’t properly secured.
Air Fryer S’mores
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minutesIngredients
2 whole graham cracker sheets
2 large marshmallows
1 chocolate bar (like Hershey’s milk chocolate)
Directions
- Break the graham cracker sheets in half to make four squares. Place two squares into the air fryer basket as the base for your s’mores.
- Prepare the marshmallows by cutting or tearing off about 1/4 inch from the bottom to expose the sticky side. This helps the marshmallows stick to the crackers and prevents them from flying around in the air fryer.
- Press the sticky side of each marshmallow firmly onto the graham cracker squares in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 350°F and cook for 2-3 minutes until the marshmallows are puffed and golden brown on top.
- Place the remaining graham cracker squares and chocolate pieces on top of the marshmallows. Stack the chocolate if needed to fit properly.
- Air fry for 1 more minute at 350°F to warm the chocolate, making it soft but still holding its shape.
- Use a small spatula to carefully remove the s’mores from the air fryer, avoiding burning your fingers. Press the chocolate-topped graham cracker onto the gooey marshmallow to complete your s’more.
- Let the s’mores rest for 1-2 minutes to cool slightly. This prevents the molten marshmallow from burning your tongue while keeping everything warm and melty.
