Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Deep Fried Oreos
These Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Deep Fried Oreos are a rich, fair-style dessert with a twist. Filled with creamy cheesecake and Oreo crumbs, then deep-fried to golden perfection — it's a decadent treat perfect for parties or late-night cravings.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand Mixer or Whisk
- Deep Fryer or Heavy Pot
- Slotted Spoon or Tongs
- Piping Bag or Spoon
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup crushed Oreos
Oreos and Batter
- Oreo cookies Double Stuf or regular
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 3/4 cup milk
- oil for frying vegetable or canola
Optional Toppings
- powdered sugar for dusting
- chocolate sauce for drizzling
- whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until creamy. Fold in crushed Oreos. Chill for 15–30 minutes.
- Twist Oreos apart, add a spoonful of cheesecake filling to one side, then reassemble. Freeze stuffed Oreos for 30 minutes.
- Whisk pancake mix and milk until smooth. Let sit a few minutes to thicken.
- Heat oil to 350°F. Dip each stuffed Oreo in batter and fry 2–3 at a time for 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with chocolate sauce, and serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
Freeze stuffed Oreos before frying for best results. Try different Oreo flavors for fun variations. For a lighter version, air fry at 375°F for 5–7 minutes.