Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos
A fun and chaotic snack where Doritos are stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture and deep-fried until golden brown and crispy.
Ingredients
For the stuffing
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened Store brand for budget, fancy for special occasions
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded Use your favorite shredded cheddar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
For frying
- 1 bag Doritos (any nacho cheese kind, thick preferred) Choose crispy ones for best results
- 2 cups Oil for frying (neutral like canola or vegetable) Use enough to submerge the Doritos
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Take a Dorito and place a small amount of the cheese mixture in the center.
- Fold the Dorito over to seal the cheese inside.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the stuffed Doritos until golden brown and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm, and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, don't overstuff the chips and consider refrigerating them briefly before frying to help them hold together. You can experiment with other chip flavors for a unique twist.