--- title: "25 Wild and Crazy State Fair Foods Youve Got to See to Believe ..." description: "Donut Burger; Elephant Ears; Fried Bubble Gum; Fried Coca-Cola; Fried Chicken Skin; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/wild-and-crazy-state-fair-foods-youve-got-to-see-to-believe/" category: "food" last_updated: "2026-05-30" --- # 25 Wild and Crazy State Fair Foods Youve Got to See to Believe ... If you’ve ever gone to one of the larger state fairs, I’m sure you’ve seen your share of unusual fair foods. Some of them actually sound good while others are just downright weird and you wonder who actually eats them. And if you haven’t had the pleasure of seeing any of these oddball fair foods, you’ve got see them in person one day. But for now, check out these photos and let me know if you’d ever try any of them! ## 1. Donut Burger _ Via Crazy State Fair Food: Fried ..._ This is definitely one of the fair foods I wouldn't want to try. I mean, I like donuts and burgers, just not together. ## 2. Elephant Ears ![Elephant Ears](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fs/hy/j16wzd9q_350x350.jpg) Via [ziplist.com](https://goo.gl/bU6Qnz) Don't worry, there are some wacky fair foods out there, but not as crazy as real elephant ears. This is actually a sweet, deep fried confection. ## 3. Fried Bubble Gum _ Via Texas State Fair: 15 Crazy ..._ This is one of the questionable foods I'm not I would try or not. Having fried bubble gum just sounds wrong! ## 4. Fried Coca-Cola ![Fried Coca-Cola](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ew/ay/ys14ubhp_500x500.jpg) Via [State Fairs, like insane asylums ...](https://thechive.com/category/lifestyle/food-and-drink/) If you're a Coke lover, having fried Coke must be on your food bucket list. ## 5. Fried Chicken Skin _ Via Texas State Fair: 15 Crazy ..._ Chicken skin is usually the best part, but would you eat it if it was fried again? ## 6. Chicken-Fried Bacon ![Chicken-Fried Bacon](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d0/ds/a8655plf_300x300.jpg) Via [Chicken-Fried Bacon, Anyone](https://goo.gl/LIgZOc) Now for something a little more on the normal side, kind of. Bacon lovers are sure to love this fried take on their favorite treat. ## 7. Red Velvet Funnel Cake ![Red Velvet Funnel Cake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/eu/uf/hfjej9s0_600x400.jpg) Via [From classic to crazy: state ...](https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle) Red velvet funnel cake is neither wild or crazy, but it gets points for being unique. Who wouldn't want to sink their teeth into that? ## 8. Bacon Cheese Sandwich _ Via Bacon To Cheer You Up! ..._ Would you like to try a bite of this low-carb sandwich? ## 9. Deep Fried Samoas ![Deep Fried Samoas](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ju/xk/b4n0gpdu_600x600.jpg) Via [blog.rarebirdinc.com](https://www.rarebirdinc.com/blog/) Samoas were my jam when I used to eat Girl Scout cookies. I think these are a definite must-try for any cookie lover. ## 10. Sauteed Mealworms _ Via travelandleisure.com_ This unique food was sold at the Arizona State Fair and it's said to have the texture of fried onions, but with the flavor of popcorn. You can get them on a bun or candied apple. ## 11. Fried Butter _ Via travelandleisure.com_ I've passed up the opportunity to try fried butter before. But now that I've heard that it tastes like a buttery biscuit, I'm so mad that I didn't try it! ## 12. Fried Mashed Potato _ Via Texas State Fair: 15 Crazy ..._ Deep fried mashed potatoes aren't too crazy and I think this would actually be really good. ## 13. Fried Cheeseburger Bites ![Fried Cheeseburger Bites](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dg/cm/gpd1gwws_600x450.jpg) Via [The Good and the Bad ...](https://www.seriouseats.com/burger-recipes-5117823) If you like cheeseburgers but can't be bothered to eat them with two hands. Fried cheeseburger bites make a convenient one-handed treat. ## 14. Fried Gator _ Via seriouseats.com_ Gator meat mixed with onions and peppers and coated with tempura batter. ## 15. Fried Watermelon _ Via seriouseats.com_ I can't imagine this tasting good. Would you ever try it? ## 16. Ice Cream Cheeseburger ![Ice Cream Cheeseburger](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tn/xq/s7w1m5r6_550x550.jpg) Via [Over-the-Top Burgers | Food & ...](https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/over-top-burgers?xid=TTIPS061813SeeFullListOverTheTop) Do you love sweet and savory combinations? Then perhaps this ice cream cheeseburger might be right up your alley. ## 17. Deep-Fried Kool-Aid ![Deep-Fried Kool-Aid](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fq/qg/ea9n698t_600x400.jpg) Via [trend-junky.com](http://trend-junky.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Deep-fried-cool-aid.jpg) If you like donut holes and Kool-Aid, this deep fried dessert was made for your taste buds. ## 18. Fried Rolos _ Via seriouseats.com_ I could seriously go for some fried Rolos right about now. ## 19. Deep Fried Mac and Cheese ![Deep Fried Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hz/vj/k7h4rmb7_600x400.jpg) Via [From classic to crazy: state ...](https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle) Even mac 'n cheese got the deep fried treatment. ## 20. Cornbread ![Cornbread](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kr/e6/fui89srv_560x400.jpg) Via [seriouseats.com](https://web.archive.org/web/https://www.seriouseats.com/images/2011/10/20111015-175196-arkansas-state-fair-06-deep-fried-corn-on-cob.jpg) This isn't real cornbread, that would be way too plain for the state fair. This is deep fried corn on the cob. ## 21. BBQ Parfait ![BBQ Parfait](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/em/ht/mc765ls7_277x400.jpg) Via [seriouseats.com](https://web.archive.org/web/https://www.seriouseats.com/images/2011/10/20111015-175196-arkansas-state-fair-16-bbq-parfait2.jpg) OK, so this really isn't as gross as it seems. At first, I thought this was BBQ sauce on ice cream, but it's actually layers of beans, mashed potatoes, smoked pork and BBQ sauce. ## 22. Fried Jelly Beans _ Via travelandleisure.com_ If you can't stand to eat jelly beans all by themselves, throw them in the deep fryer! ## 23. Deep Fried Beer ![Deep Fried Beer](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xv/fq/empaz3yo_600x436.jpg) Via [i.huffpost.com](https://i.huffpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/235721/slide_235721_1164058_free.jpg?1345754859000) This crazy concoction made its debut in 2010 and I'm not sure if it's still being made, but you've gotta admit it's a pretty creative idea. ## 24. Kool-Aid Pickles or Koolickles _ Via leenaeats.com_ If you're a fan of sweet and sour snacks, the Koolickle might be your next food obsession! ## 25. Chocolate Covered Corn Dog ![Chocolate Covered Corn Dog](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/t0/yr/hgzihu4w_600x395.jpg) Via [i.huffpost.com](https://i.huffpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/235721/slide_235721_1422179_free.jpg?1345754859000) Corn dogs just aren't good enough on their own, they've got to be covered in chocolate and sprinkles to be state fair-approved. What do you think of these wacky state fair foods? Have you tried any of them before? 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