Description
Indulge in the classic fair treat with this homemade Funnel Cake recipe. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar, these funnel cakes are a delight for all ages.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk¹ (or more, if needed)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Other:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting funnel cakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well-combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract (if using) until well-combined.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet while whisking, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat Oil: Fill a saucepan with oil and heat to 370-375F.
- Fry the Funnel Cakes: Drizzle batter into oil, fry until golden brown on each side, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- Milk: Adjust milk to achieve desired batter consistency.
- Funnel: A funnel can be used for pouring batter into oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 381mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 79mg
