Description
Experience the nostalgic delight of a county fair with these homemade funnel cakes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with sweet powdered sugar, they’re a deep-fried dessert that brings the carnival to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Combine and Whisk: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, whisking until smooth.
- Heat Oil: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry: Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle and release into the hot oil in a circular motion. Fry for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Use tongs to flip and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- For variety, try toppings like cinnamon sugar, chocolate syrup, fruit preserves, or whipped cream.
- Ensure the oil temperature remains consistent for optimal frying results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
