Here’s how to make Fried Cheese Stuffed Doritos (basically Doritos turned into crispy, melty cheese bombs).
🧀🔥 Fried Cheese Stuffed Doritos
Ingredients
- 1 large bag Nacho Cheese Doritos (or any flavor)
- 8 oz block mozzarella or cheddar (cut into small cubes)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups crushed Doritos (extra, finely crushed)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Optional:
- Paprika or cayenne
- Ranch seasoning
- Marinara or queso for dipping
Step 1: Prep the Cheese
Cut cheese into small 1-inch cubes.
Freeze for 30–45 minutes (this prevents cheese from melting too fast while frying).
Step 2: Stuff the Doritos
Gently separate two Doritos that look slightly cupped.
Place a small cheese cube between them.
(You can lightly press or seal with a tiny bit of beaten egg to help stick.)
Step 3: Breading Station
- Flour
- Beaten eggs
- Finely crushed Doritos
Dip stuffed Doritos:
- Flour
- Egg
- Dorito crumbs
- Repeat egg + crumbs for extra thick coating
Freeze again for 15–20 minutes before frying.
Step 4: Fry
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry 30–45 seconds until golden and crispy.
Do not overcrowd.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve Immediately
The inside should be molten and stretchy.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Double coating is essential.
- Keep cheese cold.
- Fry quickly — too long and cheese leaks.
- Air fryer option: 375°F for 6–8 minutes (spray with oil first).
Fun Variations
- Pepper jack for spicy version
- Add jalapeño slice inside
- Use Cool Ranch Doritos
- Drizzle with hot honey
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- A baked party platter version
- A giant “Dorito mozzarella stick” version
- Or a viral-style pull-apart Dorito cheese ball 😄