Have you tried deep fried Snickers?

Name: Deep Fried Snickers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Bisquick pancake mix; ½ cup milk; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 egg; 12 mini Snickers (or 6 full size Snickers); Optional bamboo skewers; Oil for frying

These indulgent deep fried candy bars are a classic carnival treat. Follow these quick steps and you are enjoying these chocolatey, gooey delights in no time. Deep fried Snickers are an American Fair food everyone should try at least once!

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deep fried snickers, one having a bite taken out

This fun recipe takes your favorite candy bar to a whole new level. If you are a fan of peanut butter and chocolate you must try this recipe for battered Snickers. However, you can pick any candy bar of your liking and enjoy this classic American fair treat at home.

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Put your chosen candy bar on a skewer, dip it in batter, and deep fry it golden brown. It is that quick and easy! So no more waiting until the next carnival, you can make these yummy goodies at home.

pile of deep fried snickers, one with the top bitten off to expose the filling

Use our recipe to make all kinds of deep fried candy bars. There are no limits to what you can try or fry. In case you need some inspiration, TWIX and MARS bars are a great choice for caramel lovers.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Deep Fried Snickers

✔️ You only need a few basic ingredients! There is nothing complicated or tricky about this recipe.

✔️ It only takes 30 minutes to make a batch of Snickers for a whole party. If you’re only making a couple it won’t take more than 10 minutes.

✔️ These are a classic American Fair food everyone needs to eat at least once!

pile of deep fried snickers on a piece of paper, snickers bars, chocolate chips and peanuts are around them

DEEP FRIED SNICKERS INGREDIENTS

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

Bisquick pancake mix
Milk: Whole or skim milk work well in this recipe.
Vegetable oil: Canola oil can be substituted.
Egg
Snickers bars: Use 12 mini Snickers (fun size) or 6 full size Snickers bars. You can of course also substitute any of your favorite candy bars.

display of deep fried snickers ingredients

DEEP FRYING TIP

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.

Make sure you have the oil at the correct 375 ºF temperature before you start frying. If your oil is too cold the Snickers will absorb too much oil while cooking and become oily. If the oil is too hot the Snickers will burn on the outside, while staying undercooked on the inside. We recommend this versatile thermometer. (affiliate link)

INSTRUCTIONS

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PREHEAT THE OIL: In a heavy dutch oven or heavy bottom pot, add 5-6 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.

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 Snickers without the batter running off. Add more mix if the batter is too thin. Let batter sit for 5 minutes.

COVER WITH BATTER: Coat Snickers completely with the pancake batter. OPTIONAL: Put a skewer in the Snickers.

REMOVE EXCESS BATTER: Shake gently to allow excess batter to drip off.

DEEP FRY: Carefully place battered Snickers into the hot oil. Use tongs or another utensil to keep it under the oil if it bobs to the top. Flip occasionally to get an even deep golden brown color.

DEEP FRYING TIP

You should be able to fry at least two, or multiple Snickers 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 battered Snickers from the oil. Place on a wire rack covered in paper towel to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the rest of the Snickers.

COOL: Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes then eat while warm. Deep fried Snickers are best eaten right after you deep fry them while the insides are warm and gooey.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long can you store deep fried candy bars?

Deep fried candy bars are only good when eaten warm right after they are done. Once they cool or are stored in the refrigerator the center becomes hard and the outside loses its crispiness. They are therefore not suited to be stored.

Can you reheat deep fried Snickers?

Deep fried Snickers, like most fried foods, are best eaten fresh. We do not recommend reheating them as they would lose their crispiness and texture.

Can you deep fry other candy bars?

Yes, of course. You can be creative and give all your favorite candy bars a whirl. Also a great opportunity to use up Halloween candy.

5 from 53 votes

Deep Fried Snickers

Author Andrea + Stef

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

12 deep fried mini snickers

Equipment

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

Ingredients

Instructions

Fill a heavy bottom pot 5-6 inches deep with vegetable oil. Use an oil or candy thermometer in the oil to monitor the temperature. Bring oil to 375°F.
Add pancake mix, milk, vegetable oil and egg to a mixing bowl.
Whisk until most of the lumps are gone. Batter should be thick enough to coat your Snickers without the batter running off. Add more mix if the batter is too runny or more milk if it is too thick. Let batter sit for 5 minutes.
Optional: Put a skewer in the Snickers.
Coat Snickers in your batter.
Shake gently to remove excess batter.
Gently place battered Snickers into the hot oil. Use a utensil to keep it under the oil if it bobs to the top.
Remove Snickers from oil when it is a deep golden color. Place on a wire rack covered in paper towel to absorb excess oil.
Alllow to cool for 5-10 minutes, then eat while warm.

Notes

If your oil is too cold your Snickers will absorb too much oil into the batter. If the oil is too hot your Snickers will burn on the outside.

Deep fried Snickers are best eaten right after you deep fry them while the insides are warm and gooey.

Try using bite sized Snickers for another fun option.

This recipe can be used with with any of your favorite candy bars.

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