Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of the county fair with this Homemade Funnel Cakes Recipe. These crispy, golden cakes, dusted with powdered sugar, are a classic carnival treat that you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
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Batter:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, whisking until no lumps remain.
- Fry the Funnel Cakes: Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F. Pour batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle, covering the opening with your finger until ready to pour. Release batter into the hot oil in a swirling, overlapping pattern to form a lacy cake. Fry for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Serve: Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- You can add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
- Serve warm with fruit, chocolate sauce, or caramel for a carnival-style treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
