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Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos

  • Author: baking
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These Fried Cheese-Stuffed Doritos are the ultimate snack for cheese lovers. Crunchy on the outside with a molten cheddar center, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—perfect for game day, parties, or satisfying late-night cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)

  • 8 oz block of cheddar cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs

  • Oil for frying


Instructions

  1. Crush the Doritos
    In a food processor, pulse the Doritos until finely crushed. Pour into a shallow dish and mix with panko breadcrumbs.

  2. Cut the Cheese
    Slice the cheddar cheese block into small, bite-sized cubes.

  3. Set Up a Dredging Station
    Prepare three shallow bowls:

    • Bowl 1: Flour

    • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs + milk

    • Bowl 3: Crushed Doritos + panko mixture

  4. Coat the Cheese Cubes
    Working one at a time:

    • Dredge each cube in flour

    • Dip into the egg mixture

    • Press into the Doritos-panko mix until fully coated

  5. Fry the Cheese
    Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the cheese cubes in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.

  6. Drain and Serve
    Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately while hot and gooey.


Notes

  • Cheese Options: Try mozzarella, pepper jack, or Monterey Jack for different flavor twists.

  • Oil Temperature: The oil should be hot enough (around 350°F / 175°C) to crisp the coating quickly—test with a small breadcrumb first.

 

  • Freeze First (Optional): For neater frying, freeze coated cheese cubes for 10–15 minutes before frying to help prevent oozing.