Dill Pickle Flaming Cheetos

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber (Kirby cucumbers, sliced into 1/4‑inch sticks)
• 1 tablespoon Salt (For brine)
• 2 cups Water (For brine)
• 1/4 cup White Vinegar (For brine, adds tang)
• 2 tablespoons Flamin' Hot Cheetos Seasoning (Crushed Flamin' Hot Cheetos or homemade mix (paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt))
• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour (For coating, provides structure)
• 1/4 cup Cornstarch (Adds extra crispness)
• 1 large Egg (Beaten, acts as binder)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Light coating for baking; can use vegetable oil)
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (Grated, optional for extra umami)

Instructions

1. Prepare Brine

   In a large mixing bowl combine water, white vinegar, and salt. Stir until the salt dissolves.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice and Brine Cucumbers

   Trim the ends off the cucumbers and slice them into 1/4‑inch sticks. Submerge the sticks in the brine and let sit for 15 minutes.

   Time: PT15M

3. Dry the Cucumbers

   Drain the cucumbers in a colander and pat them completely dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

4. Mix Dry Coating

   In a second bowl whisk together all‑purpose flour, cornstarch, Flamin' Hot seasoning, and optional grated Parmesan.

   Time: PT5M

5. Beat the Egg

   In a small bowl beat the egg until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

6. Coat the Cucumber Sticks

   Using tongs, dip each cucumber stick into the beaten egg, letting excess drip off, then roll it in the dry coating until fully covered. Place coated sticks on a parchment‑lined baking sheet.

   Time: PT10M

7. Preheat Oven

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 425°F

8. Bake the Pickles

   Drizzle olive oil over the coated sticks, then bake for 10 minutes. Flip the sticks, drizzle any remaining oil, and bake another 10 minutes until golden and crisp.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 425°F

9. Cool and Serve

   Remove the baking sheet, transfer the pickles to a wire rack to cool for 2‑3 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

6g

Fiber

1g