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    Deep Fried Oreos

    Feb 6, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    A big draw of American fairs and carnivals is all the yummy food they offer. But why wait till carnival season to enjoy some fresh deep fried oreos? Follow this quick and easy deep fried oreo recipe to make this carnival classic whenever you are craving some.

    This oreo dessert is super easy to make and fun for all ages. Your homemade fried oreos will definitely be the show stopper at parties, on game days or super bowl Sundays, kids birthdays or (let's be honest) pretty much any day.

    By using Bisquick pancake mix and oreos these fried treats can be ready in only 30 minutes.

    deep fried oreos stacked up and cut in half

    POSSIBLE VARIATIONS

    • OTHER OREO FLAVORS – We used original oreos in our recipe but you can try any of their flavor variations.
    • NUTTER BUTTERS – Satisfy your favorite peanut lover with some deep fried Nutter Butters.
    • TOPPINGS – Dust your deep fried oreos with powdered sugar, drizzle them with chocolate syrup or caramel sauce for some extra sweetness.
    pile of deep fried oreos on a white plate, one has a bite taken out of it showing the oreo center

    DEEP FRIED OREOS INGREDIENTS

    You may have all of these oreo dessert ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts.

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    • Bisquick pancake mix
    • Milk: Whole or skim milk works well in this recipe.
    • Vegetable oil: Canola oil can be substituted.
    • Egg
    • Oreos: We used original oreos for this recipe, but you can experiment with all their different flavor options.
    displayed ingredients for deep fried oreos

    INSTRUCTIONS

    If you'd like to print this recipe, scroll down to the recipe card where you can print the recipe or have it scaled to double or triple. You'll also find nutrition information.

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    TOOLS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED:

    • dutch oven or other heavy bottom pot
    • candy thermometer or oil thermometer
    • medium bowl
    • whisk or hand mixer
    • slotted spoon or slotted utensil

    PREHEAT THE OIL: In a heavy dutch oven or heavy bottom pot, add 3-4 inches of vegetable oil for frying. It is best to use a candy thermometer to make sure the temperature is what you want. Bring to 375 ºF.

    KITCHEN TIP

    Make sure you have the oil at the correct 375 ºF temperature before you start frying. If your oil is too cold the oreos will absorb too much oil while cooking and become oily. If the oil is too hot the oreos will burn.

    When frying it is important to use an oil with a high smoke point like vegetable, canola, or peanut oil. Oils with a low smoke point may cause an odd taste in your food.

    batter ingredients in a bowl
    batter ingredients being whisked

    COMBINE PANCAKE BATTER INGREDIENTS: Add pancake mix, milk, vegetable oil and egg to a mixing bowl.

    WHISK PANCAKE BATTER: Whisk until most of the lumps are gone. The mixture should be thick enough to coat your oreo without the batter running off. Add more mix if the batter is too thin. Let batter sit for 5 minutes.

    COVER WITH BATTER: Immerse an oreo into the pancake batter with your hands. Coat completely. Allow excess batter to drip off.

    KITCHEN TIP

    FUN IDEA: Put your oreos on a stick ( popsicle stick or skewer) to deep fry.

    batter dipped oreo on slotted spoon over hot oil
    deep fried oreo on slotted spoon over hot oil

    FRY: Carefully put oreo into the hot oil. Flip occasionally with a slotted utensil to get an even deep golden brown on both sides of the oreo.

    KITCHEN TIP

    You should be able to fry multiple oreos at once, depending on the size of your pot. If they're too overcrowded in your pot they might stick together.

    REMOVE FROM OIL: Remove golden oreo from the oil. Place on a wire rack covered in paper towel to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the rest of the oreos.

    COOL: Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve.

    KITCHEN TIP

    OPTIONAL: Dust your deep fried oreos with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce.

    deep fried oreos on platter
    stack of deep fried oreos with bite

    RELATED RECIPES

    While we love deep fried oreos we also love some of these other recipes and think you will as well.

    CHOCOLATE DIPPED OREO PENGUIN COOKIES: A big hit with kids and adults as well, these amazingly cute penguin oreo cookies are easy to make and a big hit at every party.

    DEEP FRIED SNICKERS: Are you a Snickers lover? This quick and easy recipe will sure provide you with new levels of enjoyment of your favorite candy bar.

    DEEP FRIED STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE: If you love strawberry shortcake, you have to try this fun twist on the original recipe.

    DEEP FRIED CHEESECAKE: These crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside cheesecake bites are great for parties or if you need a quick dessert for surprise guests.

    MINT OREO COOKIE ICE CREAM: This super easy, egg free mint oreo ice cream is super tasty just as is or topped with chocolate syrup.

    Chocolate Dipped Oreo Penguin Cookies
    Adorable and easy to make chocolate dipped oreos with a cute penguin on top.
    See Recipe
    penguin cookies on a plate

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    How long can you store deep fried oreos?

    Deep fried oreos are best eaten fresh to get the maximum benefit of the crunchy outside. Like all fried foods they are best right out of the fryer and are not ideal for storage. You can of course save them but we do not recommend storing them.

    Can you reheat deep fried oreos?

    Deep fried oreos are best eaten fresh. We do not recommend reheating them as they would lose their crispiness and texture.

    Do oreos have to be frozen before frying?

    No, oreos do not have to be frozen before frying.


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    deep fried oreo

    Deep Fried Oreos

    You may know these yummy treats from a visit to the fair. Now you can make these deep fried oreos yourself at home with this quick and easy recipe.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Resting time: 5 minutes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: carnival food, deep fried oreo, game day food, oreo dessert
    Servings: 24 deep fried oreos
    Calories: 83kcal
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    Equipment

    Dutch Oven or other heavy bottom pot
    candy thermometer or oil thermometer
    Medium Bowl
    whisk or hand mixer
    slotted utensil

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 cup Bisquick pancake mix
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 1 egg
    • 24 Oreo cookies
    • Oil for frying

    Instructions
     

    • In a heavy dutch oven or heavy bottom pot, add 3-4 inches of vegetable oil for frying. It is best to use a candy thermometer to make sure the temperature is what you want. Bring to 375 ºF.
    • batter ingredients in a bowl
      Add pancake mix, milk, vegetable oil and egg to a mixing bowl. 
    • batter ingredients being whisked
      Whisk until most of the lumps are gone. The mixture should be thick enough to coat your oreo without the batter running off. Add more mix if the batter is too thin. Let batter sit for 5 minutes.
    • Immerse an oreo into the pancake batter with your hands. Coat completely. Allow excess batter to drip off.
    • batter dipped oreo on slotted spoon over hot oil
      Carefully put oreo into the hot oil. Flip occasionally with a slotted utensil to get an even deep golden brown on both sides of the oreo.
    • deep fried oreo on slotted spoon over hot oil
      Remove golden oreo from the oil. Place on a wire rack covered in paper towel to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the rest of the oreos.
    • deep fried oreos on platter
      Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve

    Notes

    If your oil is too cold the oreos will absorb too much oil. If it's too hot they will burn. 
     
    You should be able to fry multiple oreos at once, depending on the size of your pot. If they're too overcrowded in the pot they might stick together. 
     
    Optional: Dust your deep fried oreos with powdered sugar. 
     
    FUN IDEA: Put your oreos on a stick (popsicle stick or skewer) to deep fry. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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