How to Make Deep Fried Oreos

Deep-fried Oreos made their debut in 2002, when county-fair mainstay Charlie Boghosian, also known as "Chicken Charlie," introduced them in California the year after popularizing deep-fried Twinkies. Since then, Chicken Charlie has fried everything from avocados to Kool-Aid. Frying Oreos isn't much different than frying any type of food. You need a batter, piping-hot oil and a willingness to put your diet aside. A properly deep-fried Oreo is warm and soft in the center and retains its cookie flavor.

Things You'll Need

• 2 qts. plus 2 tsp. vegetable oil
• 1 c. pancake mix or Bisquick
• 1 egg
• 1 c. milk
• 1 package Oreo cookies
• 1/2 c. powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Freeze the cookies for at least three hours.

2. Heat 2 qts. of oil in a deep fryer or pot until its 375 F.

3. Mix the pancake mix or Bisquick with the milk, egg and 2 tsp. of oil until smooth. Use a whisk to break up any clumps.

4. Dip the cookies into the batter and place in the hot oil. Fry until the cookies brown, about two minutes per side.

5. Drain the fried cookies on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar.

Tips & Warnings

• Serve the cookies while warm.

• Cook four to five cookies at a time to avoid overcrowding or burning.

References

• "Los Angeles Times;" Chicken Charlie: Southern California's deep-fry king
• AllRecipes.com: Deep Fried Oreos
• WCHSTV.com: Cookin' with Good Morning America: Deep-fried Oreos