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Deep fried Oreos are one of our favorite treats at the fair. Now you can make this delicious fried cookie at home with this simple recipe!

If you love fair foods, you’ll love fried Oreos!! For more favorites, check out our Hand-Dipped Corn Dogs, Funnel Cakes, and Homemade Churros!

Fried Oreos topped with powder sugar, piled in bowl.

A Fair Favorite!

I know people have their favorite “kinds” of Oreos. Still, everyone loves them – from Double Stuf Oreos to special White Chocolate Covered Oreos you get around the holidays, they’re everyone’s favorite cookie!

We have them in so many of our top desserts like Dirt Cake and Oreo Cheesecake. Today, we take Oreos to a whole new level – deep fried Oreos.

You may have tried them at your local fair, carnival, or rodeo, but today I’m showing you how to make them at home. I must warn that they are so incredibly easy to make and so stinkin’ delicious at the same time.

If you’re looking for a fun and unique treat to make at your next party, these fried Oreos will be a hit. Trust me!

A pile of Oreos on a wooden counter.

How to Make Fried Oreos

We make so many desserts with Oreos that we typically have them on hand. Making the actual deep fried Oreos takes just a few steps.

PREP. Heat oil in fryer to 375°F.

BATTER. In a medium bowl, whisk oil egg, and milk together. Stir in pancake mix and mix until there are no more clumps.

FRY. Dip Oreos in batter with a fork and then place in hot oil. Fry until golden brown (it took about 2 minutes).

DRAIN. Place Oreos on a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and ENJOY!

We don’t make this deep-fried Oreo recipe often but when we do, they are definitely a hit!

Batter in a white bowl.

Recipe Tips

This fried Oreos recipe can be made using any flavor Oreo cookie! For other alternatives:

Oil. Peanut, canola, or vegetable oil can be used to make this treat.  

Batter alternative. Use canned refrigerated biscuits wrapped around each Oreo instead of dipping them in the batter. You can then fry them in oil or use an air fryer. 

Oreo flavors. Pair flavored Oreos with a similarly flavored frosting:

  • Mint Oreos with a chocolate mint drizzle.
  • Peanut Butter Oreos with a peanut butter dip.
  • Gluten-free Oreos with gluten-free pancake mix. (Everything else in the recipe remains the same.)
Deep Fried Oreos close up image with bit missing.

Storing Info

STORE. Easy fried Oreos are best served shortly after frying them. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days. Reheat them in a toaster oven or an air fryer. 

REHEAT. We recommend not reheating this best fried Oreo recipe because it’s hard to do with fried food. Instead, we’d say whip up a new batch because they’re easy and quick.

Fried Oreos Recipe piled in a white bowl.

Recipe FAQ

Can I deep fry Oreos without a deep fryer?

Yes, even though I typically use my deep fryer to make fried Oreos, you can make them in a heavy pan with tall sides. Just add at least 2 inches of oil to the pan and fry until golden brown.

Why did my batter drip off the Oreo?

Be sure to not make pancake batter and then add the recipe ingredients. You will only use the dry pancake mix to combine with the recipe ingredients otherwise the batter will be much too thin.

How do I serve deep fried Oreos?

These can be eaten alone or alongside a scoop of ice cream. You can also provide different dips like chocolate or caramel sauce.

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5 from 95 votes

Fried Oreos Recipe

Deep fried Oreos are one of our favorite treats at the fair. Now you can make this delicious fried cookie at home with this simple recipe!
Servings: 20
Prep: 7 minutes
Cook: 2 minutes
Total: 9 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • vegetable oil (for deep fryer or deep pan) + 2 tsp oil
  • Oreos (your favorite variety)
  • cups pancake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in fryer to 375°F.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk oil egg, and milk together. Stir in pancake mix and mix until there are no more clumps.
  • Dip Oreos in batter with a fork and then place in hot oil. Fry until golden brown (it took about 2 minutes).
  • Place Oreos on a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with powdered sugar and ENJOY!
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Nutrition

Calories: 108kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 17mg, Sodium: 101mg, Potassium: 67mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 56IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 40mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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64 Comments

  1. CONNIE SMITH says:

    Can I use Bisquick for this recipe?

    1. Lil' Luna Team says:

      Yes, Bisquick should work just fine for this recipe!

  2. Racheal Jackson says:

    Is it just add water pancake mix or cake waffle mix that needs egg and milk?

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You mix the oil, egg, & water with the pancake mix 🙂 Hope that helps!

  3. Priya says:

    Can it be made ahead of time like 4 hours before . Will it taste good if it’s made ahead of time

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      They do taste better if they are made fresh and served warm. But you could try to heat them up in a toaster oven or an air fryer.

  4. Jessica says:

    5 stars
    Umm… I’m now a hero to my kids! They couldn’t believe I was making these and when they tried a bite, they about fell out of their chair. Haha. So good, thank you!

  5. Shar says:

    5 stars
    These fried Oreos are the kids’ new fave after school snack! They are enjoyable and delightful!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing!

  6. jess says:

    5 stars
    I always thought that this was just a fair food, but this is great to know for when I have some special craving during the off season! thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe.

  7. Karen says:

    5 stars
    I’m excited I can make fried Oreos at home now! And this recipe makes it so fast and easy!

  8. Ali says:

    5 stars
    These fried oreos taste just like the ones they make in the southern U.S. So delicious!

  9. Katrina says:

    5 stars
    Ok – it’s crazy how easy these are to make at home! They are SO good! Thanks for the recipe!

  10. Megan says:

    5 stars
    Deep fry all the things! Especially Oreos. These are unreal!

  11. Jessica says:

    5 stars
    I always thought this would be way too hard to do at home…I was wrong!!! This isn’t good. Now I’ll be making fair food all year long!

  12. Debbie says:

    5 stars
    Good recipe

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the Oreos!

  13. Netta says:

    This sounds so yummy. Is it possible to use an Air Fryer?

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      I’m sure it probably is. I haven’t ever tried, but I imagine you could!

  14. Amelia says:

    5 stars
    Soooo goood

  15. Kim Gutierrez says:

    5 stars
    It was a very simple recipe and it was great. I also took some of the batter and added a little bit of coconut extract and wow that was great flavoring. My guests loved it. Thank you and look forward to trying more recipes.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I look forward to you trying them! Great idea, I will have to try! Thank you!

  16. Jadee says:

    5 stars
    Definitely not healthy but oh so worth it!!!

  17. Anne says:

    Going to try fried Oreos sounds easy n looks yummy

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      They are so good! I hope you do try them 🙂

  18. Allyson Zea says:

    5 stars
    These are so fun to eat and make! My kids absolutely love them!

  19. Betsy says:

    5 stars
    This is awesome! I’ve had them so many times from fairs and food trucks but i never thought to make them myself until I saw your recipe! Easy and delicious!

  20. Lily says:

    5 stars
    This was the best treat, we dipped them into ice cream and it was to die for. I think this recipe has caused a new obsession in our family.

  21. Haywood Perry says:

    5 stars
    our first time doing this and it come out great. thank you.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you for trying them! They are a favorite of ours!

  22. Stacy Jackson says:

    5 stars
    If I use complete pancake mix do I still use egg and milk?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      That’s a great question..I personally have not tried using a complete pancake mix. One way to find out 🙂

  23. Quita says:

    5 stars
    Love it

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you so much!!

  24. Ale says:

    ThEse look so yummy! Im thinking of a bake sale for my son are they best fresh out the fryer or can they be cooled down lets say 3 hours?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      That should be ok 🙂 I hope they are a hit!

  25. Charlie says:

    5 stars
    Great recipe. Simple and easy with great taste. I did 1/2 Aunt Jamima and 1/2 Bisquick on the batter. Only bec i saw both ways posted and then followed the Dire to the tee. Thanks for posting

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You are so welcome!! Thank you so much for letting me know 🙂 Glad you liked them!

  26. Deborah says:

    5 stars
    Excellent and easY

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Glad you think so 🙂 Thank you for letting me know!

    2. Kate Billones says:

      Can I use my own pancake recipe???

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        You sure could 🙂 Enjoy!!

  27. BARBARA S says:

    I plan on making the deep fried Oreos on chro Eve. My family cant wait. DiD you ever use double stuff oReos?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I hope your family loves them!! Yes, so good!! Enjoy!

  28. Raven Stratford says:

    Could I us an air fryer for the same result?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I haven’t tried, but one way to find out 🙂

  29. Joy says:

    5 stars
    I had never tried a deep fried oreo before, but I love oreos, so I thought i’d try. I have been missing out! they were so easy to make & so good!! you could really use any oreo & even dip them in my favorite, chocolate!

  30. Felicia Olivarez says:

    I was only looking for a funnel cake recipe but I see so many other recipes, I just subscribed, lol

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Yay! I love to hear that!! Welcome 🙂

  31. Fritz says:

    Hey! Just had a fried Oreo at the fair and loved them and saw your instructions but what type of oil do I use ? Thanks

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I just used vegetable oil 🙂 Aren’t they so good??!!

  32. Christina Valentine says:

    5 stars
    so I the recipe to the T the first time . And there was a lot of battery left. The second time I used a cup pancake mix in a half a cup of milk and follow the rest of the instructions to the recipe. I was able to make 12 dozen with that amount of batter . There was no batter to waste this time .

  33. Taylor says:

    Is it possible to break this down? Me and my three year old are the only ones who eat them so this makes a lot of batter for only about 5-7 Oreos. Or is there a way to save the rest to make small batches every couple of days?

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      I haven’t tried freezing it and you can’t really half one egg, so maybe freezing would work. Or keep in the fridge and make a few more a few days later?? Let me know what you try, I’d love to know. With 5 kids, I never have leftovers! Thank you!

  34. KJ says:

    5 stars
    This recipe was quick and easy. My family loved them

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      I’m so glad they liked them 🙂 We love them too!! Thank you for sharing!!

  35. Mary Jane says:

    Is it complete pancake mix or regular?

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      I just used regular pancake mix 🙂 Hope that helps! Thank you!

  36. Linda says:

    I was wondering what type of pancake mix did you use , I can’t wait to make these I’m going to use birthday cake oreos ( my favorite) and mint oreos for my niece her favorite! !!

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Those sound good!!! I just used Bisquick, but any pancake mix will work 🙂 Thanks so much!!

  37. IGU Meerpur says:

    5 stars
    Love this recipe. It was actually pretty easy and yummy!

    1. Lil' Luna says:

      Yes, it’s a super easy recipe and of course, delish! Thank you for letting me know!

  38. Kristyn Merkley says:

    Thank you!! They are so good! I hope you like them!

  39. Catchmeoutside says:

    5 stars
    Thank you lilLuna it was so good me and my family liked it