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Deep-Fried Decadence: Our Favorite State Fair Foods Include Rattlesnake Corndogs!
By Sabrina Weiss Published on June 19, 2024 03:45PM EDT
Our favorite state fair foods.
When it comes to over-the-top treats, nothing beats carnival fare.
Every state fair has it's own selection of snacks that pay homage to the area, and they're often times on a stick or dropped in the fryer.
Sample these mouthwatering favorites — part of our 100 Reasons to Love America package — then maybe steer clear of the rides.
Check out the full list of 100 Reasons in this week's issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday.
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Strawberry Shortcake Sopapillas
Strawberry shortcake sopapillas: Sopapillas coated in powdered sugar, strawberries and whipped cream
Strawberry shortcake sopapillas. TEXAS STATE FAIR
State Fair of Texas in Dallas
Texas Holy Sopapilla Factory is bringing Tex-Mex flavors with a twist as fun as the fair's rides. Fried dough bites are topped with powdered sugar, strawberries, mini marshmallows, strawberry sauce and whipped cream on each plate. Plus, the stand has other sopapillas channeling classic treats like the Bourbon Banana Caramel Sopapillas and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Sopapillas. Sept. 27-Oct. 20
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Rattlesnake Corndog
Rattlesnake Corn Dog topped with our signature Venom Sauce.
Rattlesnake corn dog. WAFFLE CHIX CONCESSION STAND
North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh
For a scaly interpretation of a classic corndog, Pioneer Wagon is the place for you. Bratwurst-style snake sausage (caught in Texas) is battered, fried and served with avocado salsa aptly called "venom sauce." Oct. 17-27.
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Potato Cakes
POTATO CAKES
Potato cakes. WILSON COUNTY FAIR - TN STATE FAIR
Tennessee State Fair in Lebanon
The Los Papas Locas from Tennessee Tatercakes are, well, crazy. The sweet potato tots topped with pulled chicken, beans, corn, cotija cheese and avocado sauce are just one of many stacked potato options. Aug. 15-24
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Crab Cake Egg Rolls
Crab Cake Egg rolls from Maryland State Fair
Crab cake egg rolls. JIMMY'S FAMOUS SEAFOOD
Maryland State Fair in Timonium
Jimmy's Famous Seafood's fried egg roll are stuffed with cream cheese and crab cake and drizzled with mango ponzu and spicy mayo. The handheld bites were crowned the state fair's best savory new food item last summer. Aug. 22-25, Aug. 29-Sept. 2
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Fry-Stuffed Milkshake
Fry-Stuffed Milkshake from Route 66
Fry-stuffed milkshake.
Washington State Fair in Puyallup
For a sweet-salty bite-slurp, Route 66 Pizza is the spot for you. Their chocolate shake is rimmed with Fruity Pebbles cereal and topped with French fries so fans can dip in-between sips. Aug. 30-Sept. 22
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Dole Whip in a Whole Pineapple
Stuffed Pineapple
Dole Whip-stuffed pineapple.
Great New York State Fair in Syracuse
The beloved Disney staple, a soft serve dessert made with frozen pineapple instead of dairy, gets supersized and served in a fresh, cored fruit at Tropical Delights. Aug. 21-Sept. 2
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Hot Cheeto Chicken Sandwich
The Hot Cheeto Chicken Sandwich
Hot Cheeto chicken sandwich. MIDWAY GOURMET/ARIZONA STATE FAIR
Arizona State Fair in Phoenix
The radioactive red-colored sandwich has won “Best in Show” for other fairs, which doesn't come as a surprise when Biggy’s fried chicken is doused in melted cheddar cheese and covered in Flamin' Hot Cheetos crumbs. Sept. 20-Oct. 27
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Dill Pickle Cheese Curd Tacos
Dill Pickle Cheese Curd Taco (deep fried tacos with dill flavored cheese curds and pickle slices)
Dill pickle cheese curd taco. RICHIE O'NEIL
Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights
Richie’s Cheese Curd Tacos is serving up just what their name implies, but with a kick. Deep-fried tacos are filled with dill-flavored cheddar cheese curds and topped with raspberry chipotle sauce and a little lettuce for a spin on the cheesy midwestern product. Aug. 22-Sept. 2
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Ice Cream Nachos
Ice Cream Nachos
Ice cream nachos. ILLINOIS STATE FAIR
Illinois State Fair in Springfield
The ice cream nachos from Dippin Mervs are like a deconstructed ice cream sundae. Waffle cone "chips" are coated in caramel sauce and ice cream so there's no spoon required. Aug. 8-18
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