Deep Fried S'Mores wrap the familiar graham cracker, marshmallow, and chocolate stack in a light pancake batter before a brief fry at 375°F. The outside turns golden while the center warms and softens.
The recipe yields exactly 8 fried s'mores. The card records 10 minutes of preparation and 3 minutes of cooking for a 13-minute total, while the written method also specifies a 5-minute batter rest and 5–10 minutes of cooling before serving.
Deep Fried S'Mores Ingredients
For the S'mores: 8 graham cracker sheets; 8 large marshmallows; 4 Hershey's chocolate bars.
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For the Batter: 1 1/2 cups pancake mix; 1 large egg; 1 cup milk; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; Oil for frying (about 3 inches deep).
For storage details after serving, the USDA leftovers and food safety guidance.
How to Make Deep Fried S'Mores
- Heat oil and make batter: Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 375°F. In a bowl, mix pancake mix, egg, milk, and 2 teaspoons vegetable oil until most lumps are gone. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- Assemble the s'mores: Break graham crackers in half. Place one half down, add a marshmallow on top, then half a chocolate bar, and finish with another graham cracker square. Repeat until all s'mores are assembled.
- Coat with batter: Using tongs, dip each s'more into the batter, coating completely. Gently shake off any excess batter.
- Fry until golden: Use tongs to carefully lower the battered s'mores into the hot oil. Hold them with tongs initially so they don't fall apart. Fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown all over.
- Drain and cool: Carefully remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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Heat oil and make batter
Use a deep, stable pot and enough oil to reach 3 inches without filling the vessel dangerously high. Bring it fully to 375°F before frying. Mix the pancake batter only until most lumps disappear, then leave it undisturbed for the required 5 minutes so it clings better.
Assemble the s'mores
Break each of the 8 graham cracker sheets in half to make the top and bottom squares. Build exactly eight stacks, each with one large marshmallow and half of one chocolate bar. Keep their edges aligned so the batter can surround each stack evenly.
Coat with batter
Grip one assembled s'more with tongs and lower it through the batter until every side is covered. Lift it briefly and let excess batter fall back into the bowl. A complete but not excessively thick coat protects the stack and avoids heavy drips in the oil.
Fry until golden
Lower each coated s'more carefully into the 375°F oil and hold it with the tongs at first so the layers do not separate. Fry for 3–4 minutes until golden all over, turning as needed. Work in manageable batches so the oil temperature does not collapse.
Drain and cool
Lift the fried s'mores with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels. The 5–10-minute cooling period is important because the chocolate and marshmallow can be much hotter than the exterior suggests. Serve warm after that safe rest.
Keep the Oil at 375°F
Check the oil before the first piece and between batches. Cooler oil can soak into the batter, while much hotter oil can brown the outside before the center warms. Adjust the burner gradually and allow the thermometer reading to recover before adding another coated s'more.
Build Eight Equal Stacks
Four chocolate bars are divided into halves, providing one half-bar for each of the 8 s'mores. Pair those portions with exactly 8 marshmallows and the squares from 8 graham sheets. Equal stacks cook more consistently and make the final yield easy to verify.
Why the Batter Rests
The method calls for 5 minutes of rest after pancake mix, egg, milk, and 2 teaspoons vegetable oil are combined. Do not use that interval to thin the batter or add ingredients. Resting gives the mixture time to hydrate and improves adhesion.
Drain without Crushing
Transfer the fried pieces with a slotted spoon rather than piercing them. Arrange them in a single layer on a paper-towel-lined plate so their crisp coating is not compressed. Stacking while hot traps steam and can soften the crust.
Serve This Dessert Warm
Fried s'mores are best soon after their 5–10-minute cooling rest. The source notes that graham crackers become soggy in storage, so this is not a make-ahead dessert. Assemble efficiently, fry safely, and serve the eight pieces while their texture is at its best.
Understand the Recorded Timing
The card lists 10 minutes prep, 3 minutes cook, and 13 minutes total. The method itself says each fry may take 3–4 minutes and separately requires both a 5-minute batter rest and 5–10 minutes cooling. Preserve those method intervals when planning, even though they extend elapsed time.
Recorded Recipe Tips
- Fried s'mores are best served warm as the graham crackers become soggy when stored.
- Make sure the oil is at 375°F before frying for the best results.
- Hold the s'mores with tongs when first placing them in oil to prevent them from falling apart.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to help it stick better to the s'mores.
Equipment Checklist
Prepare the required tools before starting: Deep pot for frying, Candy thermometer, Tongs, Slotted spoon, Paper towels, Mixing bowl. Keeping this setup ready supports the stated sequence and prevents delays during time-sensitive cooking stages.
Conclusion
Heat 3 inches of oil to 375°F and rest the pancake-mix batter for 5 minutes. Build 8 stacks from 8 graham sheets, 8 marshmallows, and 4 chocolate bars. Coat each stack completely, fry for 3–4 minutes until golden, drain on paper towels, and cool for 5–10 minutes before serving warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How many fried s'mores does the recipe make?
It makes exactly 8 fried s'mores.
- → What temperature should the frying oil reach?
Heat 3 inches of oil to 375°F and keep checking it between batches.
- → How long should the batter rest?
Let the mixed pancake batter rest for 5 minutes before coating the s'mores.
- → Can I serve them immediately from the oil?
No. Drain them and cool for 5–10 minutes because the marshmallow and chocolate will be very hot.