Deep Fried Oreos (Print version)

Warm, puffy Deep Fried Oreos with a tender golden batter and melted cookie center, ready in about 20 minutes.

# Ingredients:

For the batter

01 - 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk, plus more if needed
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For frying and serving

08 - 12 Oreo cookies
09 - 4 cups (950 ml) neutral oil, such as vegetable or canola, for frying
10 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting

# Instructions:

01 - Pour oil into a heavy pot to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat over medium heat to 350°F, using a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
02 - Whisk the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla, then whisk until smooth and thick enough to coat a spoon.
03 - Dip one Oreo at a time into the batter, turning to coat fully. Let the extra batter drip off for a second before frying.
04 - Carefully lower 3-4 coated cookies into the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, turning once, until puffed and golden.
05 - Transfer the fried Oreos to a rack or paper towel-lined plate. Dust with powdered sugar while warm and serve right away.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served within 10 minutes of frying.
02 - Keep oil near 350°F for a light, puffy coating.
03 - Use boxed pancake mix as a shortcut if desired.