Ingredients
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12 Oreo cookies (or more, depending on serving size)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 large egg
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1 cup whole milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract (for the batter)
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¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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Additional powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
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In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
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Fold in crumbled Oreo cookies (reserve a few for topping if desired). Set aside.
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Stuff the Oreos:
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Carefully separate each Oreo cookie and remove the cream filling.
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Place about 1 tsp of the cream cheese mixture in the center of one Oreo half.
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Place the other half of the Oreo back on top, gently pressing to sandwich the cream cheese filling inside. Repeat with the rest of the Oreos.
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Prepare the Frying Batter:
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in milk and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth batter. It should be thick enough to coat the Oreos.
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Heat the Oil:
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there’s enough oil to submerge the Oreos.
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Fry the Stuffed Oreos:
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Dip each stuffed Oreo into the batter, making sure it’s fully coated.
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Carefully lower the battered Oreo into the hot oil, frying for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Use a slotted spoon to remove the Oreos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
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Coat and Serve:
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While the Oreos are still warm, roll them in granulated sugar.
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For an extra sweet touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Optional: Garnish with some of the reserved crumbled Oreos for extra flavor and texture.
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