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Crispy Super Bowl Loaded BBQ Onion Ring Stacks

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These crispy onion ring stacks are loaded with smoky BBQ sauce, melty cheese, and bacon bits, perfect for game day or any casual party. They combine nostalgic comfort with bold flavors and a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced into ½-inch thick rings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Vegetable oil for frying (enough for deep frying)
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cooked bacon bits
  • ¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup smoky BBQ sauce
  • Optional: sour cream or ranch dressing for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice yellow onions into ½-inch thick rings. Separate the rings gently and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and stir in the buttermilk. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry, whisking until smooth and free of lumps. Batter should coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a skillet or fryer to a depth of 2-3 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dip each onion ring into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully lower into hot oil using tongs. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove fried rings with a slotted spoon and drain on a cooling rack set over paper towels.
  7. On a serving plate, place a fried onion ring, then sprinkle shredded cheddar, bacon bits, and green onions. Drizzle with BBQ sauce.
  8. Repeat layering until 3-4 rings are stacked high. Finish with a generous drizzle of BBQ sauce and optional sour cream or ranch.
  9. Serve immediately for best texture and crunch.

Notes

Pat onion rings dry before battering to prevent sogginess. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for crispy rings. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Use a cooling rack to drain excess oil and keep rings crispy. Batter resting for 5 minutes improves texture. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or rice flour and use almond or coconut milk with apple cider vinegar instead of buttermilk. Air fryer method: spray battered rings lightly with oil and air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Keywords: onion rings, BBQ, game day, appetizer, crispy, loaded onion rings, bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onion rings

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