Servings: 6 large funnel cakes
Calories: 340kcal
Equipment
- - Large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- - Candy/deep-fry thermometer
- - Funnel (with ½-inch opening) or squeeze bottle
- Large mixing bowls
- - Whisk
- - Spider strainer or slotted spoon
- - Paper towels
- - Measuring cups and spoons
- - Fine-mesh sieve (for powdered sugar)
- - Baking sheets or plates for serving
Ingredients
- For the Batter:
- 3 🥚 large eggs
- 2¼ cups 🥛 whole milk 530ml
- ¼ cup 🍯 granulated sugar 50g
- 3 cups 🌾 all-purpose flour 375g
- 2 tsp 🥄 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ tsp 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tsp 🍦 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Frying & Topping:
- 4-6 cups 🛢️ Vegetable oil for frying
- 🍯 Powdered sugar for dusting
- 🍓 Fresh berries optional
- 🍫 Chocolate sauce optional
- 🍦 Whipped cream optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually whisk dry ingredients into wet until smooth.
- Let batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep pot.
- Transfer batter to funnel or squeeze bottle.
- Hold funnel over hot oil and pour batter in a circular motion.
- Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
👵 Secret tips: - Keep oil temperature consistent for even cooking - Don't make the circles too thick or they won't cook through - Hold funnel about 4 inches above oil to prevent splashing - Pour batter in continuous stream for best results - Serve immediately while hot and crispy
⚠️ Safety Tips:
- Never leave hot oil unattended
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby
- Use a deep pot to prevent oil overflow
- Keep children and pets away from cooking area 🔔 Ding! Your kitchen smells like a festive fair ground! What's your favorite fair food? Share your carnival cravings below! ⬇️ #FunnelCake #CarnivalFood #Dessert #HomeBaking #FairFood
⚠️ Safety Tips:
- Never leave hot oil unattended
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby
- Use a deep pot to prevent oil overflow
- Keep children and pets away from cooking area 🔔 Ding! Your kitchen smells like a festive fair ground! What's your favorite fair food? Share your carnival cravings below! ⬇️ #FunnelCake #CarnivalFood #Dessert #HomeBaking #FairFood
Nutrition
Serving: 1funnel cake | Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 290mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g
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