Cream Cheese Bacon Stuffed Doritos (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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120 g cheddar cheese, shredded
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6 slices (approximately 60 g) cooked bacon, finely crumbled
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)
→ Coating
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2 cups (about 120 g) crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos or alternate flavored corn chips
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95 g all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk
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Vegetable or canola oil, for deep frying
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and optional green onions. Stir together until the mixture is smooth and evenly incorporated.
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Scoop the filling into 2.5 cm balls using a small scoop or spoon. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze 20–30 minutes until firm.
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Place the Doritos in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin into coarse crumbs. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
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Arrange three bowls: one with flour, a second with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and a third with the crushed Doritos.
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Roll each chilled cheese ball in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with crushed Doritos. Press gently to adhere the coating.
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Heat oil in a deep pan to 175°C. Fry 4–5 coated balls at a time for 2–3 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Drain briefly on paper towels.
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To bake: Arrange breaded balls on a greased baking sheet, mist with oil spray, and bake at 200°C for 15–18 minutes, turning halfway through until crisp.
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Serve hot, accompanied by ranch dressing, spicy mayonnaise, buffalo sauce, or sweet chili sauce as desired.
# Notes:
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For a spicy variation, add minced jalapeños or substitute pepper jack cheese. Green onions are optional for a subtle freshness. Turkey bacon or omission of bacon can be used for a vegetarian version.
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Best served immediately for maximum crispness. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore texture.
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Uncooked, breaded balls may be frozen for up to 1 month. Fry directly from frozen, adding about 1 extra minute to the cooking time.