Description
Fried Oreos are the ultimate carnival-inspired treat that you can easily make at home. Imagine a warm Oreo cookie, wrapped in fluffy golden batter, lightly crisp on the outside and gooey on the inside. Dusted with powdered sugar, they taste like pure indulgence and bring a touch of nostalgia with every bite. What makes them even better is how quick and simple they are to make—you don’t need a deep fryer or special equipment, just a few pantry staples. Perfect for parties, family nights, or a fun dessert experiment, these fried Oreos are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 Oreo cookies (classic or flavored)
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk (adjust as needed)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pan to 350°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together pancake mix, egg, and milk until smooth. Batter should be thick but pourable.
- Dip each Oreo into the batter, coating fully.
- Fry Oreos in small batches, 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Notes
- Test one Oreo first to ensure oil temperature and batter consistency are right.
- For a twist, try golden Oreos, mint Oreos, or birthday cake Oreos.
- Always serve warm for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg