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Air Fryer S'mores
Classic campfire s'mores made indoors in just 5 minutes — golden toasted marshmallow, melted chocolate, crispy graham crackers.
Total Time
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
4
Calories
145 cal
Why This Works
The air fryer's top-down heat element toasts the marshmallow surface just like an open flame, creating the same golden-brown Maillard reaction. The hot circulating air simultaneously softens the chocolate underneath. The result is indistinguishable from campfire s'mores.
My Recipe Testing Notes
S'mores in the air fryer are deceptively tricky — marshmallows go from perfectly golden to burnt in about 30 seconds. I tested temperatures from 350°F to 400°F. At 350°F, the marshmallow took 4-5 minutes and the chocolate didn't melt well. At 400°F, the marshmallow burned on top before the inside got gooey. The sweet spot is 390°F for exactly 2-3 minutes — watch them constantly. The chocolate melts from the heat of the marshmallow, so you don't need to pre-melt it.
Ingredients
Giant marshmallows work better than regular — they don't fall through the grates
Instructions
Place 4 graham cracker squares in the air fryer basket. Top each with half a chocolate bar piece.
Place one large marshmallow on top of each chocolate piece.
Air fry at 390°F for 2-3 minutes until marshmallows are golden brown and puffed. Watch closely — they can burn quickly.
Immediately top each with a second graham cracker square and press gently. The marshmallow will stick and the chocolate will be melted.
Serve right away while the marshmallow is gooey and the chocolate is melted. They firm up quickly as they cool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to preheat the air fryer for s'mores?
No preheating needed — just place them in and start cooking. The quick cook time means preheating isn't necessary.
Can I use mini marshmallows?
They work but can fall through the basket grates. Use a piece of parchment paper or a small baking pan to contain them.
What chocolate works best?
Hershey's milk chocolate is classic, but dark chocolate, Reese's cups, caramel-filled chocolates, or Nutella all work great.
Can I make s'mores dip in the air fryer?
Yes! Put chocolate chips in a small oven-safe dish, top with marshmallows, and air fry at 375°F for 4-5 minutes. Serve with graham crackers for dipping.
Written by Sarah Jenkins
Former restaurant line cook turned home kitchen obsessive. I've tested over 200 air fryer recipes and I share exactly what works, what doesn't, and the temperatures that make the difference.
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