Funnel Cake Recipe
Make crispy, golden homemade funnel cakes with simple pantry ingredients in just 20 minutes. Just like your favorite carnival or fair treat, they're perfect with powdered sugar, fruit, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream.
Servings: 6
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Heat oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients.
- Whisk together the wet ingredients and combine with the dry ingredients to form a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle.
- Drizzle into the hot oil in circular and crisscross patterns.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
- Keep the oil at a consistent temperature for the crispiest results.
- Use a squeeze bottle for more control over the classic funnel cake shape.
- Dust with powdered sugar immediately after frying.
- Serve fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Potassium: 120mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Calcium: 90mg
- Iron: 2mg