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Air Fryer Smores Dessert - A Fast, Gooey Treat With Campfire Flavor

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Graham crackers (sheets, broken into halves)
  • Milk chocolate bars (classic Hershey-style squares work great)
  • Large marshmallows (or mini marshmallows if that’s what you have)
  • Butter or nonstick spray (optional, for lining the basket or pan)
  • Foil or parchment air fryer liners (optional, for easier cleanup)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional, for balance)
  • Peanut butter or almond butter
  • Nutella or cookie butter
  • Dark chocolate or white chocolate
  • Caramel sauce or dulce de leche
  • Sliced strawberries or bananas (added after air frying)

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps the crackers stay crisp and the marshmallows toast evenly.
  • Prep the base. Line the air fryer basket with a piece of foil or a liner. Lightly spritz with nonstick spray if you like. Arrange graham cracker halves in a single layer so they’re flat and not overlapping.
  • Add chocolate. Place chocolate squares on top of each graham half. Don’t overdo it—two small squares per cracker usually melt and spread nicely.
  • Top with marshmallows. Use one large marshmallow per cracker, placed upright, or a small handful of minis. Press gently so they make contact with the chocolate but don’t squish flat.
  • Air fry for 3–4 minutes, checking at the 3-minute mark. You’re looking for lightly toasted tops and softened chocolate. If you like them darker, add 30–60 seconds, but watch closely—marshmallows can go from golden to burnt fast.
  • Finish and assemble. Carefully lift the crackers out (they’ll be hot). Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of flaky salt over the marshmallows to balance the sweetness. Top with another graham cracker half and press lightly to make a sandwich, or serve open-faced with a fork if you prefer less mess.
  • Serve right away. S’mores are best warm while the marshmallow is stretchy and the chocolate is melty.