Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Combines all the best parts of a s’more in donut form.
Can be baked for a lighter version or fried for a richer, traditional texture.
Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a fun party centerpiece.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

All-purpose flour
Cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate donuts)
Baking powder or yeast (depending on baked or fried version)
Sugar
Eggs
Milk or buttermilk
Butter or oil
Chocolate chips or melting chocolate
Marshmallows or marshmallow creme
Graham crackers, crushed

Directions

If baking, preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C); if frying, heat oil to 350 °F.
Combine flour, cocoa powder (if using), baking powder, sugar, eggs, milk, and butter until a smooth batter or dough forms.
For baked donuts, pipe batter into a greased donut pan and bake 10–12 minutes. For fried donuts, roll and cut dough, then fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl, then dip cooled donuts into the glaze.
Top with marshmallow creme or mini marshmallows, toasting marshmallows with a kitchen torch if desired.
Sprinkle crushed graham crackers over the top and serve immediately.

Servings and timing

Servings: 12 donuts
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake/fry time: 10–12 minutes baked, 3–4 minutes fried
Total time: 30–45 minutes

Variations

Fill donuts with marshmallow creme before glazing.
Use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavor.
Make mini s’mores donut holes for bite-sized treats.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.
Reheating: Microwave for 10–15 seconds to soften the donut and glaze before eating.

FAQs

1. Can I make these without cocoa powder?

Yes, just leave it out for a plain donut base.

2. Do I need a donut pan?

Only for baked donuts; fried donuts don’t require one.

3. Can I use marshmallow fluff instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes, it spreads easily and stays soft.

4. How do I toast the marshmallow topping?

Use a kitchen torch or place briefly under a broiler.

5. Can I make them ahead?

Yes, but add toppings right before serving for best texture.

6. Can I use graham cracker crumbs from a box?

Yes, they work just as well as crushed whole crackers.

7. Are baked donuts healthier than fried ones?

They’re lower in fat but still indulgent with toppings.

8. Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes, use a gluten-free flour blend and graham crackers.

9. Can I freeze these donuts?

Freeze without toppings; decorate after thawing.

10. What’s the best chocolate for glazing?

Semi-sweet or milk chocolate works best for a smooth, rich glaze.

Conclusion

S’mores Donuts are the perfect way to enjoy the nostalgic taste of marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker in a soft, sweet donut form. Whether baked or fried, these treats deliver gooey goodness in every bite.