Description
Enjoy a classic carnival treat right at home with this easy funnel cake recipe. Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with powdered sugar for the perfect finish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are some lumps.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer over medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C).
- Using a funnel or squeeze bottle, carefully drizzle the batter into the hot oil in a spiral pattern, forming a lattice shape.
- Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 50
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