This Fried Cheese Stuffed Doritos Recipe combines two of the best snack foods—cheese and Doritos—into a crispy, gooey bite that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. Perfect for parties, game days, or whenever you’re craving something extra indulgent!
📋 Ingredients:
- 8 oz block of mozzarella cheese (or your preferred cheese), cut into 1-inch cubes 🧀
- 1 bag of Doritos (any flavor), crushed into fine crumbs 🌶️
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1/4 cup milk 🥛
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola) 🛢️
- Optional: ranch or marinara sauce for dipping 🍶
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cheese and Coating:
- Cut the cheese:
- Cut the block of mozzarella cheese into bite-sized 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
- Crush the Doritos:
- Place the Doritos in a ziplock bag and crush them using a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan until you have fine crumbs. Transfer the crushed Doritos to a shallow dish.
- Set up the dredging station:
- In one shallow dish, add the flour.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
2. Coat the Cheese:
- Dredge the cheese:
- Take a cheese cube and coat it in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat with Doritos:
- Roll the cheese cube in the crushed Doritos, pressing the crumbs firmly to make sure the cheese is fully coated. Repeat this process for all the cheese cubes.
- Double coat (optional for extra crunch):
- For an extra crispy coating, you can repeat the egg and Doritos coating one more time.
3. Fry the Cheese:
- Heat the oil:
- In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat about 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the cheese:
- Fry the cheese cubes in batches for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Be careful not to overcook, as the cheese will melt quickly.
- Drain the cheese:
- Remove the fried cheese cubes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
4. Serve:
- Serve hot:
- Serve the Fried Cheese Stuffed Doritos immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or marinara.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy these crunchy, cheesy bites as a delicious snack or appetizer!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal per serving
These Fried Cheese Stuffed Doritos are the ultimate snack for cheese lovers, with a crunchy Doritos shell and a gooey cheese center. Perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself)! 🧀🔥🌶️