Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: varies
Yields: Enough batter to cover 8 chicken or fish fillets or approx. 20 shrimp

Long John Silvers Chicken Planks (with their honey mustard dipping sauce) are one of my most beloved, and equally guilty, fast food pleasures. I enjoy all of their deep-fried delights, but the planks are my favorite. Here is the secret recipe to their wonderful batter, which in my opinion is what makes their food so decadently delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 Tbs. cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 1/2 cups ginger ale, heated (1 min. in the microwave)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the heated ginger ale and mix together until well combined.
3. Completely cover the fish, chicken, or shrimp in batter and deep fry in medium-high heated canola oil until golden brown.

Note: I like substituting chicken breast tenders for the full-sized breast fillets. Be sure to have some honey mustard dipping sauce on hand for those homemade chicken planks!

Now you can recreate the delicious Long John Silver’s deep fry batter in the comfort of your own home. With just a few simple ingredients and these easy-to-follow steps, you’ll be enjoying crispy and flavorful chicken, fish, or shrimp. The secret to this batter lies in the combination of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. These ingredients work together to create a light and crispy coating that will make your homemade dishes taste just like the ones you love from Long John Silver’s.

To start, gather all of your ingredients. You’ll need 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon each of baking soda and baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 1/2 cups of heated ginger ale.

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. This will ensure that your batter is free of lumps and perfectly smooth.

Next, add the heated ginger ale to the dry ingredients. The heat from the ginger ale helps to activate the leavening agents (baking soda and baking powder), resulting in a light and airy batter. Mix everything together until well combined.

Now it’s time to get frying! Heat some canola oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, completely cover your fish, chicken, or shrimp in the batter. This will give you a nice, thick coating that will become beautifully golden brown when fried.

Carefully place the battered food into the hot oil and cook until golden brown. The cooking time will vary depending on what you’re frying, so keep an eye on it and adjust the heat as needed. When the food is cooked to perfection, remove it from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Serve your homemade chicken, fish, or shrimp planks with your favorite dipping sauce. I personally love a good honey mustard sauce to accompany these tasty treats.

Now you can enjoy the irresistible taste of Long John Silver’s right in your own kitchen. This deep fry batter recipe will have you creating restaurant-quality dishes that are sure to impress. So go ahead and indulge in some homemade goodness today!

Bonus Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pinwheel Fudge

Are you a fan of chocolate and peanut butter? This no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pinwheel Fudge recipe is perfect for you! With just three ingredients and a simple process, you can create a mouthwatering holiday treat that will impress your friends and family.

Table of Contents

• Introduction to Pinwheel Fudge
• Ingredients Needed
• How to Make Homemade Pinwheel Fudge
• Pinwheel Fudge Variations
• Serving Suggestions
• More Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes to Try

Pinwheel Fudge is not only delicious, but it also looks fancy and festive with its swirl pattern and double flavored fudge mix. The best part is, it’s incredibly easy to make and takes only 30 minutes of hands-on time. Even little hands can get involved in the process!

Ingredients Needed:

• Peanut Butter Chips: Use your favorite brand for the peanut butter fudge.
• Chocolate Chips: Choose milk chocolate chips for a sweeter flavor or dark chocolate chips for a more balanced treat.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk: The not-so-secret main ingredient of fudge! Use your favorite brand.

How to Make Homemade Pinwheel Fudge

1. Make the chocolate fudge: Combine chocolate chips and half the can of sweetened condensed milk. Microwave and stir until the chips have melted.
2. Spread the chocolate fudge mixture onto a prepared pan and refrigerate.
3. Make the peanut butter fudge: Combine peanut butter chips and the rest of the sweetened condensed milk. Microwave and stir until smooth.
4. Carefully spread the peanut butter fudge layer on top of the chocolate fudge mixture, then refrigerate.
5. Roll the fudge slab tightly, starting at the long side and leaving the parchment paper behind.
6. Wrap the rolled fudge in plastic wrap and chill for 2-4 hours before slicing.

Pinwheel Fudge FAQs

How do I store Pinwheel Fudge? Store this Pinwheel Fudge in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can put parchment paper or plastic wrap between each slice to prevent sticking.

Can I freeze Pinwheel Fudge? Yes, you can freeze your Pinwheel Fudge for up to 3 months. Just remember to place parchment paper between each layer to prevent sticking.

A Delicious Edible Gift!

Looking for a delightful edible gift for the holidays? Slice your Pinwheel Fudge and put them in cute gift bags or holiday tins lined with tissue paper and parchment paper. Add a handwritten note, and you have a thoughtful gift for friends, family, or neighbors.

Pinwheel Fudge Variations

Want to get creative with your Pinwheel Fudge? Here are some ideas:

• Mix up the chips: Try using dark chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips.
• Add other flavors: Experiment with mint extract, orange extract, or almond extract to create unique flavor combinations.
• Other add-ins: Add chopped nuts, crushed candy canes, a ribbon of caramel, or a sprinkle of sea salt for an extra touch.

Serving Suggestions

Create the ultimate peanut butter and chocolate treat tray by serving this Pinwheel Fudge alongside Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge with Pretzels, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Candies, and Better No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars.

More Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes to Try

If you can’t get enough of the peanut butter and chocolate combination, be sure to check out these other mouthwatering recipes:

• Puppy Chow
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Candies
• Peanut Butter Balls

We hope you enjoy making and savoring this delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Pinwheel Fudge recipe!