If you've ever been to a good old-fashioned American carnival, then you've likely indulged in some of the famous American foods they serve up at such events. Hot dogs on a stick, nachos piled high, elephant ears, and deep-fried snacks are all staples of the American carnival. But what are you supposed to do when you're craving carnival food with no nearby carnival to visit? No worries; you can make you favorite fair foods right at home, such as the popular deep-fried candy bar.

What You'll Need

The great thing about this recipe is that it's 100% customizable to suit your unique taste buds. No matter what your favorite candy bar may be, you can deep fry it for an amazing, decadent taste. Furthermore, you don't even need a deep fryer (although you can certainly use one if you have one). Here's what you'll need to whip up a batch of deep-fried candy bars:

• a couple quarts of vegetable oil
• a large egg
• a cup of milk
• a cup of pancake mix
• your favorite candy bars

Time to Get Cooking

Once you've all of your ingredients together, you can get started by heating the vegetable oil in a large pot until it reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit. It's important that you don't let the oil get much hotter than that, as it could reach its flash point and begin smoking or start a fire. The best way to make sure your oil is the perfect temperature is to use a candy thermometer.

Meanwhile, whisk together all the wet ingredients before adding in the pancake mix. Then, dip the candy bars (or bite-sized pieces of the candy bars) into the batter until it's completely covered. Drop a few pieces at a time into the hot oil, allowing it to cook for a couple of minutes or until the batter is golden brown and the outer shell is crispy. Set the fried candy bars onto a few layers of paper towels to allow any excess grease or oil to drip off. Once moderately cooled, serve them up! But don't be surprised when they disappear as quickly as you made them.

Deep-fried candy bars certainly aren't the best choice for an everyday snack, but they are a wonderful treat to indulge in every once in awhile. Be sure to keep this recipe in mind the next time you're craving some all-American food that's absolutely delicious!