Marshmallow Cream Filled S’mores Donuts Recipe
These Marshmallow Cream Filled S’mores Donuts combine the nostalgic flavors of s’mores in a delightful donut form. Soft fried donuts filled with luscious marshmallow cream, topped with a rich chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of crunchy graham cracker crumbs create a truly indulgent treat perfect for any dessert lover.
- Author: luca
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Dough
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 3¾–4¼ cups all-purpose flour
Frying
- 2 quarts vegetable oil (or a neutral oil of your choice, for frying)
Graham Cracker Sprinkle
- 2 whole graham crackers, crushed (~½ cup graham cracker crumbs)
Marshmallow Cream Filling
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
Chocolate Ganache Frosting
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk to 110°F either in the microwave or on the stove. Stir in the yeast and allow it to foam for 5-10 minutes to activate.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon. Add the activated yeast milk, then mix in eggs one at a time to combine.
- Add Flour & Knead: Using a dough hook, gradually add flour about 1 cup at a time, starting with 3½ cups. Continue adding flour until the dough is no longer overly sticky and pulls away from the bowl sides. Scrape as needed.
- First Rise: Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape Donuts: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to ½ inch thickness. Cut into circles using a donut cutter or pint glass, maintaining at least 1 inch spacing on a floured baking sheet.
- Second Rise: Cover donuts with a towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes in a warm location until puffed.
- Heat Oil: Heat 2 quarts of vegetable oil in a dutch oven or medium pot to 360-370°F. Use a thermometer to maintain temperature.
- Fry Donuts: Carefully place one donut into the hot oil. Fry for 45-60 seconds, flip, and fry another 45-60 seconds until golden tan. Remove with tongs onto a cooling rack lined with paper towels. Repeat for all donuts one at a time.
- Prepare Graham Cracker Crumbs: Process the graham crackers in a food processor until they resemble coarse sand.
- Make Marshmallow Filling: In a bowl, beat together softened butter, marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar, and 1 tablespoon heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Donuts: Transfer the marshmallow cream to a piping bag fitted with a sturdy tip. Use a knife or chopstick to create space inside each donut, then fill generously with the cream.
- Make Chocolate Ganache: Heat ½ cup heavy cream to a boil in a saucepan then remove from heat. Stir in chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth.
- Apply Topping: Dip the top of each filled donut into the chocolate ganache, then sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs to finish.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature stays between 360-370°F for best frying results and even color.
- Letting the dough rise twice produces light, fluffy donuts.
- Use a sturdy piping tip and poke holes in donuts before filling for easier marshmallow cream insertion.
- Allow ganache to slightly set before serving to prevent dripping.
- Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days; best enjoyed fresh.
Keywords: s'mores donuts, marshmallow filled donuts, fried donuts, chocolate ganache donuts, dessert donuts