These Air Fryer S’mores are the perfect way to enjoy that nostalgic summer treat any time of year—right in your kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and your favorite air fryer, you can toast up the perfect gooey, yet melty s’mores in minutes. Whether you’re looking for a quick treat, a fun dessert for the kids, or a creative way to use your air fryer, this easy recipe is your new go-to.
Why You’ll Love Campfire S’mores Indoors
Air fryer s’mores are quick, fun, and incredibly easy to make. They’re ready in under 10 minutes, require no fire or grill, and leave behind minimal cleanup thanks to the use of parchment paper. Plus, they’re super kid-friendly and great for parties, holidays, or just a cozy night in.
With this air fryer s’mores recipe, you can enjoy your favorite summery treat indoors, anytime of the year. Simply gather the three classic ingredients, toast the marshmallows in your air fryer, and savor the treat!
Ingredients Needed
We’re using all the classic s’more ingredients for this air fryer s’mores recipe. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Graham Crackers: I like to keep it classic with plain graham crackers.
- Marshmallows: Use half of a regular-sized marshmallow for each s’more; half of a large marshmallow works too!
- Chocolate: Whatever chocolate bar you love best will work – we tend to lean towards dark chocolate.
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How to Cook S’mores Without a Fire
This sweet treat takes a quick 5 minutes to make, so you can enjoy a classic s’more anytime you want!
- Prep the graham cracker and marshmallow: Cut each marshmallow in half and break each graham cracker in half. Place the marshmallow halves sticky side down on one half of each graham cracker.
- Air Fry: Place the graham crackers topped with marshmallow into the air fryer and cook at 390ºF for 3 minutes.
- Add the chocolate and serve: Add the chocolate to the marshmallow. Optionally, air fry for an additional 20 seconds (this will result in melted chocolate). Otherwise, top with the other half of the graham cracker, then enjoy!
Lexi’s Tips for the Best Air Fryer S’mores
Keep a close eye on your marshmallows during cooking, as air fryers can vary, and they toast quickly. A piece of parchment paper in the basket helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easy. If you’re making more than a couple, work in batches so everything cooks evenly.
- If you prefer your marshmallows to be toasty, feel free to add more time. I recommend starting with 3 minutes, checking them, then adding time as needed.
- If you’re using jumbo marshmallows, plan for 4 minutes of air frying time.
- If you like melty chocolateafter adding your chocolate, place it in the air fryer for 15-30 seconds, then top with the remaining graham cracker half!
- Customize. Feel free to experiment with various flavors of graham crackers, different types of chocolate, and even different flavors of marshmallows. Try Reese’s peanut butter cups, cookies and cream chocolate, strawberry marshmallows, honey, cinnamon, or chocolate graham crackers, you name it.
Fun Flavor Variations
- Nutella S’mores: Spread Nutella on the graham crackers before air frying.
- Peanut Butter Lovers: Add a smear of peanut butter or use peanut butter cups instead of chocolate squares.
- Salted Caramel: Use caramel-filled chocolate squares and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
FAQ’s
Yes! Cutting the marshmallows in half allows you to press the sticky “cut” side down onto the graham cracker before air frying.
This is necessary because the Graham crackers are relatively light, so they will move around as they cook. If the marshmallows aren’t sticky enough, they can fall off the crackers and make a huge mess.
S’mores are best enjoyed right after air frying, while the marshmallow is warm and the chocolate is slightly melty. If you need to prep them ahead, try just to prep the ingredients and fry when ready to enjoy!
Generally, no, but they do sell vegan options. So look for that if you desire!
Not necessarily, but you definitely can.
Lining the air fryer basket with parchment paper or foil is a great way to keep the clean-up super easy. Feel free to use either one if preferred!
Mini marshmallows are an option, but they can shift around or melt unevenly. Regular-sized marshmallows are easier to control and deliver that perfect s’mores texture.
Absolutely! Air fryer s’mores are a great activity to make with kids—just be sure to supervise since the air fryer gets hot.
Follow the steps as listed, but do it on a foil-lined baking sheet in the oven instead!
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- 4 graham crackers of choice break in half
- 1 chocolate bar of choice your favorite chocoalte
- 2 marshmallows (see note for jumbo) break in half
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Cut marshmallow in half and place the sticky side down onto one half of the graham cracker. This allows the marshmallows to stick to the graham crackers and won’t blow/move in air fryer from the circulating air.
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Cook at 390ºF for 3 minutes, 4 minutes if using jumbo marshmallow, 5 minutes if like you like them very toasty.
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Add the chocolate bar half on top of the toasted marshmallow, and then top with the other half of the graham cracker. Serve and enjoy!
- For jumbo marshmallows cook for 4 minutes.
- If you like your chocolate extra melty, after adding your chocolate, place in air fryer for 15-30 seconds, then top with remaining graham cracker half!