Description
Crispy doritos hide a molten cheese surprise in this irresistible “fried cheese-stuffed doritos” snack that blends crunchy textures with gooey goodness. Indulgent Mexican-inspired flavors promise a memorable bite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) block of cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (60 grams) Doritos crumbs (from crushed chips)
- 1 cup (60 grams) panko breadcrumbs
Other Ingredients:
- 1 bag large Doritos (Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch)
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Transform a block of cheese into petite, uniform cubes approximately one inch in dimension, ensuring precise and consistent sizing for optimal melting and stuffing.
- Pulverize Doritos using a food processor or manual crushing technique within a sealed plastic bag, creating fine, uniform crumbs. Integrate these fragmented chips with panko breadcrumbs, establishing a strategic breading configuration with three distinct stations: seasoned flour, whisked eggs, and the Doritos-panko hybrid coating.
- Construct a cheese-infused Doritos sandwich by strategically positioning a cheese cube between two substantial Doritos chips, delicately pressing them together to create a cohesive stuffed unit.
- Meticulously coat the Doritos sandwich by initially dusting with flour, ensuring a light, even layer. Subsequently immerse in beaten eggs for comprehensive coverage, then thoroughly encase with the Doritos-panko mixture, firmly pressing crumbs to achieve maximum adherence.
- Heat cooking oil to approximately 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature. Gently submerge prepared Doritos parcels, frying in calculated batches for 1-2 minutes until achieving a rich, golden exterior. Rotate midway to guarantee uniform crispness and thorough heating.
- Remove fried delicacies, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels. Present immediately alongside complementary dipping sauces such as ranch, queso, or vibrant salsa for an enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Choose hard, low-moisture cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack that maintain structure when heated and prevent excessive leaking during frying.
- Ensure Doritos are completely sealed around cheese to prevent oil penetration and potential splattering during cooking.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F for crispy exterior and properly melted cheese center without burning the coating.
- Can substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals, keeping the recipe accessible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg