Enjoy Deep Fried Oreos at home for a fraction of the price! You only need 6 ingredients to make this decadent recipe for fried Oreos. It tastes just like the ones at the fair.
We love deep fried Oreos at the fair and decided to try to make them at home. They turned out absolutely wonderful. The crispy coating and confectioner’s sugar combine with Oreo cookies for the best treat.
For more fried treats, you can try Deep Fried Marshmallows and Funnel Cake with Pancake Mix.
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Why We Love This Recipe
Sometimes you just have a craving for fried Oreos but don’t want to wait until the next carnival or state fair. This recipe allows you to make them at home for a fraction of the price.
With just 6 basic ingredients, this recipe could not be any simpler. My kids declared it a huge success and said it tasted just like the ones from the fair.
Ingredients
- Oreo Cookies – We used the regular ones for this recipe, but any will work.
- Pancake Mix – Any kind will work but we love this homemade pancake mix.
- Egg – Room temperature
- Milk – Whole Milk tastes best but you can use reduced fat.
- Vegetable Oil – These are needed to make the pancake batter.
- Powdered Sugar – We topped with powdered sugar, and it adds the perfect amount of sweetness to these Oreos.
Get the complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.
Variations
- Toppings. Top with Cinnamon and Sugar or drizzle with chocolate syrup or Hot Fudge Sauce. It’s also great with Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe instead of a dusting of Powdered Sugar for a different flavor.
- Oreo Flavors. I have tried Double Stuf Oreos, Golden Oreos, Mint and Birthday Cake Oreos and they were all amazing.
- Oil. You can also use canola oil because it has a high smoke point.
- Vanilla Extract. You can also add a teaspoon vanilla extract to the pancake batter.
How to Make Fried Oreos
Step 1. Start by heating 3 inches of oil in a dutch oven or deep fryer. Then heat the oil over medium high heat until it reaches 350 degrees.
Step 2. Whisk together the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients in a bowl.
Step 3. Dip each Oreo into the pancake batter. Then place in the hot oil.
Step 4. Cook for just a few minutes, turning occasionally. Fry until golden brown all over. Use a slotted spoon to help drain the grease.
Step 5. Place the fried Oreos on a serving plate lined with a paper towel. This will absorb excess oil.
Step 6. Sprinkle with powder sugar and serve.
Storage
Store the leftovers in an airtight container in a refrigerator up to 2-3 days. When reheating, I do recommend that you reheat them in hot oil. This will help to get the outside crispy again as they will become soften when stored.
Just keep in mind that these are best served fresh.
Pro Tips
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature. I use a deep frying thermometer to make sure that the oil is at the right temperature before frying. Oil that is too cold will make these Oreos greasy and too hot oil might burn them.
- Make sure that the batter coats the Oreos. If the batter is dripping off the Oreos it might be too thin. If so, add more pancake mix until the batter is thicker and stays on the Oreos.
- Don’t waste the batter. If you have leftover batter, don’t throw it out. You can use this batter to fry any of your favorite cookies or sweet snacks. Chocolate chips cookies, twinkies and even cheesecake are just items to cover in batter and fry.
- Serve Fried Oreos fresh. These are best served right after being fried. They can be made a few hours before serving but I recommend serving them immediately after they have cooled.
- Drain excess grease. You don’t want the treats to be soggy.
Try More Oreo Desserts
- Oreo Dirt Cake Recipe
- Oreo Poke Cake Recipe
- Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Air Fryer Oreos
- Oreo Truffle Recipe – 3 Ingredient No Bake Oreo Balls
Try More Fried Dessert Ideas
- Deep Fried Bananas Recipe
- Deep Fried Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Fried Ice Cream
- Deep Fried Cheesecake
- Fried Apple Pies
- Funnel Cake Recipe
Make these delicious Deep Fried Oreos today. Please leave a comment once you do.
Deep Fried Oreos
Ingredients
- 20 Oreo cookies
- 1.5 cups pancake mix any kind will work – or our homemade pancake mix
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil plus more for frying
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot.
- Place the pancake mix, egg, milk and 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Dip each Oreo into the batter, then place in the oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown all over.
- Place the Oreos on a serving plate and sift powdered sugar over the top.
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