Homemade Funnel Cake
Experience the joy of Homemade Funnel Cake, a nostalgic carnival treat that brings sweetness and delight to any gathering. With its crispy exterior and fluffy interior, this easy-to-make dessert is topped with powdered sugar for a heavenly finish. Perfect for summer barbecues or family game nights, you can customize it with your favorite toppings like chocolate syrup or fresh berries. Whip up this delightful recipe in under 30 minutes and indulge in a taste of fairground magic right in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 3 cups)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix into the dry ingredients until thick.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C).
- Use a funnel or squeeze bottle to spiral the batter into the hot oil.
- Fry each cake for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg