Description
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade funnel cakes with this easy recipe! Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these crispy, golden-brown treats are sure to impress. Dust them with powdered sugar for that classic fair-style finish, or get creative with toppings like fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream. Making funnel cakes at home is not only simple but also a fun activity for the entire family. Get ready to bring the carnival vibes straight to your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix egg, milk, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
- Transfer batter to a resealable bag and snip off a corner or use a funnel cake dispenser.
- Carefully drizzle batter into hot oil in overlapping circles.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown; flip using tongs.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg