Fried Uncrustables
Fried Uncrustables take the comforting peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and turn them into a decadent hand pie. This viral TikTok recipe took the internet by storm for a a very delicious reason!
Ingredients
- uncrustables unwrapped
- canola oil for frying
- powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Add canola oil to a heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven, until it's about 1/2" deep.
- Heat the oil over medium heat until hot. It will appear shimmery when ready. You want the oil to be 375-400°.
- When the oil's ready, carefully place 3-4 (THAWED & UNWRAPPED) uncrustables in the pot. Allow them to cook for about a minute, until golden brown, then carefully flip them to cook on the other side. Cooking should take about 1 minute per side, but watch them carefully to prevent burning.
- Using a wire strainer spoon, aka a spider strainer, carefully remove the fried uncrustables to a paper towel lined plate to rest and drain off excess oil.
- Repeat, as needed, until you've fried your desired amount of uncrustables.
- Allow them to cool significantly, until just slightly warm- sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve!
Notes
- BE CAREFUL when biting into your fried Uncrustables and let them cool. Right out of the oil the insides will be like hot lava. If in doubt, break them in half before enjoying to really be sure the filling is warm, but not dangerous.
- DO NOT fry frozen Uncrustables. You must thaw them first! Water and oil do not mix, and this simple step will prevent significant potential splattering.
- Don't like PB & J or just want some variety? The Uncrustables brand has three other flavors that would each make delicious substitutes: peanut butter & honey, strawberry peanut butter, or Nutella.
- If you aren't familiar with frying foods, you may want to use a thermometer to test your oil before frying.
- Don't like powdered sugar or want a sweeter treat? These can also be sprinkled with, or dredged in, a mixture of cinnamon & sugar.