Deep Fried Cookie Dough Balls Recipe
Indulge in the irresistible treat of deep fried cookie dough balls—crispy, golden on the outside with warm, gooey cookie dough inside. This recipe uses a simple chocolate chip cookie dough coated in a light pancake batter and fried to perfection, making it a fun and decadent dessert or snack that’s sure to impress.
- Author: Tara
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12-15 cookie dough balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Cookie Dough
- 1 recipe chocolate chip cookie dough (made with Safest Choice eggs)
Batter
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1 cup milk
Frying
- Oil (for frying, enough to fill a pot about 3 inches deep)
Garnish
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for sprinkling)
- Prepare Cookie Dough: Make your favorite chocolate chip cookie dough recipe using Safest Choice eggs to ensure safety. This forms the delicious core of your fried treat.
- Form Dough Balls: Using a medium cookie scoop, shape the cookie dough into small balls. Place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet to keep them from sticking.
- Freeze Dough Balls: Freeze the dough balls for 20 minutes. This helps them hold their shape during frying and prevents spreading.
- Heat Oil: In a medium-sized pot, pour oil to a depth of about 3 inches and heat it over medium heat to reach 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature for optimal frying.
- Prepare Batter: In a small bowl, mix together the pancake mix and milk until smooth to create a light batter for coating the dough balls.
- Coat and Fry: Dip each frozen dough ball into the pancake batter, ensuring it’s fully coated. Carefully transfer two or three balls at a time using a fork into the hot oil. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and crisp.
- Drain and Cool: Remove the fried cookie dough balls using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Sprinkle the fried cookie dough balls with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature is maintained at 350°F for even frying and to prevent greasy results.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when frying; frying in small batches ensures crispiness.
- Use Safest Choice eggs in the cookie dough to reduce any risk associated with raw eggs since the dough is fried but may contain undercooked centers.
- For extra flavor, you can try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the pancake batter.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and warm gooey center.
Keywords: deep fried cookie dough, chocolate chip cookie dough, fried desserts, pancake batter coating, easy dessert, indulgent treats