Funnel Cake
Discover the joy of homemade funnel cakes with this quick and easy recipe that brings the carnival to your kitchen. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these delightful treats are topped with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday party or a simple family treat, you’ll love creating this nostalgia-filled dessert that’s sure to please everyone!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until no lumps remain.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
- Pour batter into hot oil in a swirling motion to form cake shapes. Fry until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side).
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels; dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg