New food & drinks at State Fair 2025

Fair organizers are thrilled to announce the list of new food and drink items fairgoers can indulge in at the 2025 event. All food vendor information, including booth locations, will be available on okstatefair.com. all I can say is each to his or her own.

Mangonada Palmer, A Latte Love – Mango lemonade layered with brown sugar sweet tea, Chamoy, and a Tamarindo candy stick.

Dubai Chocolate Mexican Funnel Cake, Gringo’s – Churro funnel cake topped with strawberries, whipped cream, pistachio cream, shredded phyllo dough, milk chocolate, and powdered sugar.

Straight Butter, Wondervan Pops – Cookie butter ice cream dipped in chocolate, topped with Biscoff cookies, and drizzled with white chocolate.

The Hot Chick, FryDay Concessions – Giant yeast-raised donut topped with southern fried chicken, thick-cut dill pickles, coleslaw, and fiery Nashville hot sauce.

Maple Cheesecake Bacon Burger, Granny’s Cheesecake –Thick beef patty topped with bacon, a cheesecake slice, and drizzled with maple sauce, all stacked within a soft bun.

Deep-Fried Pecan Pie, Taste of OKC – Classic pecan pie slice dipped in light, fluffy batter, deep-fried, and drizzled with a salted bourbon caramel sauce.

Pickle Bacon Ranch Pizza, Pizza On A Stick – Freshly made pizza dough topped with award-winning pickle ranch sauce, loaded with crisp dill pickles and bacon.

Peach Cobbler in a Cone, Huston Concessions – Sweet, warm peach cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with bourbon caramel sauce.

Iced Coffee with Ube Milk Foam, Chan’s Eatery – Vietnamese iced coffee topped with mildly sweet, nutty, vanilla ube (purple yam) milk foam.

Caramel Popcorn Pie, Cutie Pies – Graham cracker crust filled with caramel popcorn pie filling, topped with whipped cream, caramel syrup, and caramel popcorn.

Watermelon Salad, Rush Springs Watermelons – Juicy watermelon chunks combined with feta, basil, and a balsamic vinaigrette.

Viet Sausage on Sugarcane, Yum Yum Bites – Savory and smokey Vietnamese sausage wrapped around a sweet, juicy sugarcane stick.

Suya Goat Meat, Afrikan Delights – Tender goat marinated in a rich peanut spice blend called yaji, grilled to smoky perfection, served with fresh onions and tomatoes.

Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Brandon Concessions – Gooey, buttery grilled cheese sandwich filled with flavorful pizza elements.

Spam Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Brandon Concessions –Grilled cheese sandwich featuring hearty and flavorful Spam.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Brandon Concessions – Grilled chicken, smoky bacon, and gooey melted cheese drizzled with ranch dressing, all tucked inside buttery, toasted bread.

Dill Dawg Doritos Bombs, Diventuri – Hotdog stuffed pickle, sliced, battered, and rolled in Cool Ranch Doritos, sprinkled with ranch seasoning. Maccin Cowboy, Gilty Pleasure – Waffle Fries loaded with pulled pork, mac n cheese, cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, sour cream, Jalapeños, and chives.

Animal Style Cheese On-AStick, Brown's Concessions –Hand-dipped cheese on a stick topped with grilled onions, cheese, and a savory sauce.

Chocolate Carolina Reaper Fudge, Ghost Pepper Fudge, Jalapeño Fudge, The Nut Shack –Chocolate fudge made with 100% pure Carolina Reaper, Ghost Pepper, and Jalapeño peppers.

The Brunch Bomb, FryDay Concessions – Giant yeast-raised donut topped with Cajun fried chicken, maple whipped cream cheese, roasted pecans, and bacon crumbles.

Dubai Strawberries in a Cup, Granny’s Cheesecake – Layers of strawberries, kataifi dough, and pistachio cream, covered in melted chocolate.

Papa Loca, La Taqueria – Fluffy baked potato stuffed with steak, cilantro, onion, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Lahmacun, Turkish Delights –Turkish flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat and vegetables.

Turkish Doner Sandwich, Turkish Delights – Thinly shaved beef or chicken served in a pita or flatbread with various toppings and sauces.

Oklahoma Sunrise Energy Drink, A Latte Love – Handcrafted clean energy drink featuring coffee berry and vitamin B12.

Biscoff Horchata, Agua Fresca – Refreshing horchata in a caramel drizzled cup, featuring a rim slathered with Biscoff cookie butter, then coated in Biscoff cookie crumbles.

Bacon Honey Bun, The Bacon Habit – Jumbo Honey Bun covered in real bacon with a dash of chipotle seasoning, smoked until the icing and bacon caramelize.

Dubai Chocolate Funnel Cake, Wade Shows Funnel Cake – Traditional funnel cake with powdered sugar topped with pistachio cream and crispy kataifi, drizzled with chocolate, and garnished with pieces of pistachio.

Lobster Bites On-A-Stick, Yum Yum Bites – Tender chunks of sweet lobster, lightly battered and fried until golden, served on a stick.

Apple Lemonade, The Original Minneapple Pie – Refreshing lemonade melded with the sweet flavors of apple pie.

Cuties Taco Pie, Cutie Pies –Sweet hamburger bun topped with seasoned taco meat, shredded cheese, Jalapeños, diced onions, sour cream, and served with tortilla chips.

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Caramel Apple, Rodney & Lisa’s Fancy Caramel Apples – Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel, drizzled with melted peanut butter and chocolate, topped with a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.

Sour Watermelon Popsicle, Rush Springs Watermelons –Frozen treat made with real watermelon pieces, surrounded by a sour flavoring.

Candied Chamoy Pickle On A Stick, Rush Springs Watermelons – Sour dill pickle wrapped in Fruit Roll-Ups, drenched in Chamoy, sprinkled with Tajín, served on a stick.

Cool Ranch Doritos Pickles, Diventuri – Pickle chips or spears breaded with Cool Ranch Doritos and deep-fried.

Shawarma Chicken Sandwich, Sweis’s – Chicken on thin pita bread with pickle and garlic dip, rolled, then grilled.

Honey Badger Corndog, Brown's Concessions – Handdipped corndog rolled in Cheetos seasoning, topped with hot honey sauce and spicy mayo.

Honey Badger Cheese On-AStick, Brown's Concessions –Cheese On-A-Stick rolled in Cheetos seasoning and topped with hot honey sauce and spicy mayo.

Extra Okie Corndog, Brown's Concessions – Hand-dipped corndog topped with chili, cheese, and optional additional seasoning.

Extra Okie Cheese On-A-Stick, Brown's Concessions – Cheese On-A-Stick topped with chili, cheese, and optional additional seasoning.

Birria Street Corn, Bad Boys BBQ – Mexican street corn topped with slow cooked birria, cilantro, onions, and a drizzle of homemade avocado-cilantro salsa.

Blueberry Crunch Ice Cream, Your Just Desserts – Soft-serve vanilla ice cream mixed with small, crunchy blueberry flavored candies.

Chocolate-Dipped Licorice Pieces, Licorice Ropes – Different flavors of licorice dipped in chocolate.

Loaded Cowboy Fries, Pioneer Wagon – Seasoned dipper fries covered in cheese and topped with real bacon.

Now that you know what the new foods will be at our state fair, here are some odd ones from around the country for 2025.

1. Insect Delicacies

In 2025, insect-based foods made a significant mark on the state fair scene. As the world embraces sustainable and eco-friendly food sources, insects have become a popular choice. Fairgoers can now enjoy cricket tacos, mealworm burgers, and chocolate-covered ants.

2. Pickle Popsicles

I love pickles but they have taken on a new, refreshing form. Pickle popsicles are the latest craze, offering a tangy and icy treat for sizzling summer days. Made from pickle juice and a hint of dill, these popsicles provide a unique combination of sour and savory flavors.

3. Spaghetti Donuts

Combining two beloved foods, spaghetti donuts have become a quirky and delightful addition to state fairs. These donuts are made by shaping cooked spaghetti into a donut form, then frying them to golden perfection. They are often topped with marinara sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

4. Sushi Burritos

I am not so sure how these would do in Oklahoma heat, but sushi burritos have gained popularity in recent years, and in 2025, they have become a staple at state fairs. These oversized sushi rolls are filled with a variety of ingredients, such as fresh fish, avocado, cucumber, and spicy mayo, all wrapped in a seaweed sheet and rice.

5. Glow-in-the-Dark Cotton Candy

This cotton candy is infused with edible, non-toxic glow-in-the-dark ingredients, making it light up in the dark. I am thinking most modern-day parents would give this stuff with all the chemicals a giant thumbs down so it would be up to us grandparents to get for them.

6. Mac and Cheese Ice Cream

Mac and cheese are a classic comfort food comfort, but in 2025, it has taken on an unexpected form as ice cream. Mac and cheese ice cream combines the creamy, cheesy flavor of mac and cheese with the cold, smooth texture of ice cream.

7. Deep-Fried Bubblegum

Under the category of how you make something bad for you worse, deep-fried foods are a staple at state fairs, and in 2025, deep-fried bubblegum took the spotlight. This quirky treat involves wrapping bubblegum-flavored marshmallow in dough, then frying it to a crispy golden brown. The result is a sweet, chewy, and slightly gooey treat that captures the essence of bubblegum in a whole new way.

8. Flaming Hot Cheetos Corn on the Cob

I had to read about this one twice to understand it but here is the description in a nutshell. Corn on the cob is a classic fair food, but in 2025, it received a fiery upgrade. Flaming Hot Cheetos corn on the cob involves coating grilled corn with a layer of spicy, crushed Flaming Hot Cheetos. The result is a crunchy, spicy, and flavorful treat that adds a kick to the traditional corn on the cob. You will know who has just eaten this because the red stain will be all over their hands and mouth. My guess is you cannot wash it off.

(Ray Hibbard, publisher of Edmond Life & Leisure, may be reached at ray@edmondpaper.com)