Description
Funnel cakes are a classic fair treat that you can easily make at home. These crispy, sweet cakes are perfect for a fun dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat oil in a large frying pan to 350°F over medium heat.
- Mix dry ingredients: In one bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine egg, milk, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until smooth.
- Prepare batter: Transfer batter to a resealable bag; snip corner or use a dispenser.
- Fry funnel cakes: Drizzle batter into hot oil in circular patterns; fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Funnel Cakes, Dessert, Fair Food, Sweet Treat, Homemade Funnel Cakes
