Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos

Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos

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Imagine biting into the ultimate snack mash-up: gooey melted cheese hugged inside a crunchy Dorito shell, then fried to golden perfection. These Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos are crispy, cheesy, and addictive—perfect for game nights, parties, or whenever you want a bold, over-the-top treat. Unlike plain mozzarella sticks, these are coated with crushed Doritos, which add a punch of flavor and an extra-crunchy crust. They’re a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with different cheeses or even dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or spicy queso.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Assembly Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: 20–30 minutes (important for sealing cheese)

Frying Time: 3–4 minutes per batch

Cool Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: ~55–60 minutes

Ingredients

2 cups Doritos (any flavor – Nacho Cheese is classic), finely crushed

8 oz (225g) mozzarella cheese block, cut into sticks (or string cheese)

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

2 tbsp milk

1 tsp garlic powder (optional)

½ tsp paprika or chili powder (optional, for spice)

Oil for deep frying (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

Prep coating:

Place crushed Doritos in a shallow bowl.

In another bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, and paprika.

In a third bowl, whisk eggs with milk.

Coat cheese sticks:

Roll cheese sticks in flour (shake off excess).

Dip in egg mixture, then roll in crushed Doritos.

Repeat egg + Dorito coating twice for a thick crust.

Chill:

Place coated cheese sticks on a tray and refrigerate 20–30 minutes (prevents cheese from leaking during frying).

Fry:

Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

Fry in small batches for 3–4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.

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Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve:

Let cool slightly (5 minutes).

Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or spicy cheese dip.

Tips for Success

Seal well: Double-coating ensures cheese stays inside.

Oil temperature: Keep oil hot (350°F)—too low and they’ll get greasy; too high and coating will burn before cheese melts.

Flavor twist: Try Cool Ranch Doritos with pepper jack cheese for a zesty combo.

Make ahead: Coat and chill cheese sticks, then fry just before serving.