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CHEETOS® FLAMIN' HOT® Mac N' Cheese Donuts

Prep Time:

35 min

Cook Time:

10 min

Total Time:

45 min

Servings:

6

These savory donuts deliver outrageous CHEETOS® FLAMIN' HOT® flavor.

Ingredients

How to make it

  • 1

    In food processor, pulse CHEETOS® Puffs FLAMIN’ HOT® Cheese Flavored Snacks until finely ground.

  • 2

    Prepare CHEETOS® Mac ‘n’ Cheese FLAMIN’ HOT® according to package directions. Let cool completely.

  • 3

    Stir 3/4 cup ground CHEETOS® into mac ‘n’ cheese; transfer remaining ground CHEETOS® to a shallow bowl. Stir in 1 egg, cheddar and Parmesan until combined.

  • 4

    Lightly coat 6-cavity donut baking pan with cooking spray. Divide mac ‘n’ cheese mixture among prepared wells. Refrigerate for 45 to 60 minutes or until well chilled and firm.

  • 5

    In a second shallow bowl, whisk remaining egg.

  • 6

    Transfer flour to a third shallow bowl.

  • 7

    One at a time, dredge each mac ‘n’ cheese donut in flour, dunk into egg and then dip into ground CHEETOS®, pressing to adhere. Transfer to parchment paper–lined baking sheet.

  • 8

    Heat high-sided skillet or saucepan filled with 4 inches of oil over medium heat until shimmering or instant-read thermometer registers 375°F. Working in batches, carefully drop donuts into hot oil and fry, turning once, for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towel–lined baking sheet to drain.

Tips & Tricks

  • Serve with cool ranch dressing for dipping if desired.

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