Funnel Cake Recipe for the perfect crispy, golden treat you know from fairs and carnivals. Lightly sweet, dusted with sugar, and easy to make at home, this nostalgic dessert is a fun favorite for all ages.
Ingredients for this Funnel Cake Recipe:
- 1 quart vegetable oil, for frying (or as needed)
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Directions:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to 375°F (190°C), filling about 2 inches deep.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk milk and eggs until fully combined.
- In another bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth. Batter should be slightly thick and pourable.
- Using a funnel (or squeeze bottle), pour about ½ cup of batter into the hot oil in circular and crisscross motions.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes on each side, flipping with tongs, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serve warm.
Prep Time:
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 15 minutes
- Total: 25 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving – yields 6):
- Calories: ~320
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
Enjoy this Funnel Cake Recipe as a sweet homemade treat anytime you’re craving that classic fair flavor crispy, golden, and sugar-dusted to perfection.
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