Fried Oreos

If you’ve ever had deep Fried Oreos at a state fair, you know how legit they taste. It’s the ultimate twist on the iconic cookie. The cookies are wrapped in a golden, crispy, deep fried batter which softens the cookies into a warm gooey treat. Sprinkle on a lil’ powdered sugar, and get your whole life! Serve these up at parties, game days or just on a lazy weekend. Now you don’t have to wait for the county fair to get your fix. You can make these right at home, and make em right!

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I’ve had my fair share of fried Oreos. From Mississippi county fairs to the State Fair of Texas where they serve over 75,000 a year, I just had to make these at the crib y’all. It’s as if a funnel cake (one of my fave fair foods ever) and an Oreo had a baby. And that baby is a genius! I’m gonna show you how to make fried Oreos that are so mind blowing, you might skip the fair this year.

When you use this fried Oreo recipe, the cookies will be crispy and golden brown on the outside with a warm, gooey center. It’s so bomb, and once you have just one, you won’t be able to turn down another.

What Are Fried Oreos?

Fried Oreos are Oreo cookies dipped in a thick fluffy batter that are then deep fried until golden brown. What makes them appealing is the contrasting textures. They are crisp on the outside but warm and gooey in the inside. Most times, they are finished off with a nice dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of a chocolate or caramel sauce taking it to addictive heaven. They are known to be a fan fave at carnivals and fairs because of their indulgence and small package sweetness.

The Lowdown of this Deep Fried Oreo Recipe

• Cuisine Inspiration:  Fair Comfort
• Primary Cooking Method: Deep Frying
• Dietary Info: Not for my Dairy Free, Gluten Free or Vegan/Vegetarian Boos but some changes can be made.
• Key Flavor: Warm, Gooey Chocolate in a Fried Up Crispy Shell
• Skill Level: Easy y’all!

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make these Fried Oreo Cookies

• All-purpose flour: Provides structure to the batter.
• Granulated Sugar: Adds just a touch of sweetness to the batter.
• Baking powder: Helps the batter puff up and become crispy when fried.
• Salt: Never make a sweet dessert without a little salt boos. It enhances the overall flavors.
• Milk: Adds moisture and creates a smooth batter. You can use regular 2% milk, 1%, skim, or non-dairy milk.
• Egg: Acts as a binder for the batter and helps adhere to the Oreos.
• Butter: Adds richness and so much flavor.
• Vegetable oil: Needed to deep-fry the Oreos. Vegetable oil, along with canola or peanut, have a high smoke point which is what you need when frying up stuff.
• Oreos: You gotta have these boos! You can also use the generic variety of sandwich cookies and even the double stuffed for extra gooey vibes.
• Powdered sugar: This is our garnish! Totally optional but it adds a lil’ something to the visuals.

How to Make Fried Oreos

Step 1: Mix the batter

1. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Add the egg, milk, and melted butter, stirring until the batter is smooth but still has a few lumps left behind. Just don’t overmix y’all.
3. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes before frying the Oreos.

PRO TIP: Don’t overmix the batter. Just like with pancakes, a few lumps are perfect y’all. Too much mixing will get rid of those precious air bubbles that add an airy and light quality. It will also overdevelop gluten and make the batter chewy and tough instead of fluffy.

Step 2: Coat and Fry the Oreos

1. While you’re waiting for the batter to rest, heat some oil in a large pot, and line a plate with paper towels. You want the oil to stay around 350F, so it’s best to use a deep-fry thermometer.
2. Add each Oreo to the batter and fully coat on all sides.
3. Carefully lower each cookie into the hot oil using two forks. Fry the Oreos in small batches until they turn golden brown.
4. Remove the fried Oreos using a slotted spoon and let them drain on the lined plate.
5. Allow the Oreos to cool for about 2 minutes, then dust them generously with powdered sugar or any other toppings you like!

How to Serve Deep Fried Oreos

• Drizzles: If powdered sugar seems drab, go all out and top with some chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, hard sauce or even strawberry sauce for a chocolate strawberry vibe.
• Whipped cream – this keeps it classic and also mellows the sweetness. Serve with a few fresh strawberries or raspberries on the side to add some sophistication to this childhood treat.
• Ice Cream – Who could resist these warm babies served with some vanilla ice cream, mocha ice cream, coffee ice cream or even better yet, cookies and cream to double down on the theme?
• Drink it Up: Serve with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee. Better yet? Dip it in boos!
• Party Dessert Buffet: These are super fun in a buffet along with other tiny desserts like key lime pie cookie cups, lemon brownies, divinity candy, or pineapple cupcakes.
• Fried Treats Party: Keep the deep fryer going and serve up Italian castagnole, blueberry glazed doughnuts, peach fritters, pumpkin fritters and beignets.

Recipe Substitutions

• All-Purpose Flour: Sub in cake flour for a lighter and even fluffier batter. And for my gluten free boos, replace it with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Milk: Replace with another milk of your choice like oat, soy or almond to avoid the dairy.
• Baking powder: Ran out? You can use a combo of baking soda and cream of tartar. Use 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of cream of tartar for every 1 teaspoon of baking powder needed. You will need to triple these ratios for this recipe.

Recipe Variations and Additions

• Oreos: Use other flavors of Oreos like mint, golden, chocolate cream, or peanut butter. Even use gluten free and sub out the flour for gluten free to make this perfect for dietary restrictions.
• Filling: Open up those Oreos and add in surprises like a teaspoon of nutella, cream cheese or peanut butter. It will make for a gooey overload of goodness.
• Batter: Add in spices like nutmeg and cinnamon to warm up the batter. Or toss some sprinkles in the batter for a unique texture and cute effect.
• Savory: Try using Ritz crackers with a cream cheese filling for a savory version. Add a pinch of cayenne to the batter too and omit the sugar. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top will take this over the top.

Expert Tips and Tricks

• Use a thermometer: A thermometer helps ensure the oil stays at a consistent temperature while you’re frying the Oreos. We want golden brown not burnt y’all.
• Don’t overcrowd the pot: Don’t fry too many Oreos at once since it will lower the oil temperature too much and make them soggy.
• Use a slotted spoon: A slotted spoon or spider strainer works best for removing the fried Oreos from the oil once they’re cooked.
• Drain: Make sure you let those Oreos chill on paper towels before serving them up so they aren’t too oily.
• Don’t Delay: Serve the Oreos immediately while they’re hot for the crispiest texture and best flavor.

How to Store Fried Oreos

• Fridge: Store the leftover Oreos in an airtight container in the fridge. They last for 2-3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat these babies in an air fryer for the best results. Set at 350F and place on a single layer. Cook for about 2-5 minutes and shake the basket just to make sure they are all heated through. You can also do this in an oven at the same temperature.

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Other Amazing Oreo Recipes to Try

• Oreo Milkshake
• Oreo Frosting
• Oreo Cheesecake
• Oreo Bars
• Oreo Pancakes
• Mississippi Mud Pie with Oreo Crust