Description
Bring the carnival experience home with this easy and delicious funnel cake recipe! In just 30 minutes, you can create a sweet masterpiece that features a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, perfect for any occasion. Customize your funnel cake with a variety of toppings like whipped cream, fresh fruit, chocolate fudge sauce, or powdered sugar to make it uniquely yours. This fun dessert is not only a hit at family gatherings and birthday parties but also a delightful treat for a cozy night in. Follow the simple steps below to enjoy homemade funnel cakes that will impress everyone!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 eggs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Toppings: whipped cream, fruit, chocolate fudge sauce, caramel sauce, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle. Block the tip with your finger to control the flow.
- Drizzle the batter into the hot oil in a criss-cross pattern.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes until golden brown; flip and fry the other side for another 1–2 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg