Description
Make crispy, golden funnel cakes just like at the fair! This classic fried dessert is made with simple pantry staples and topped with powdered sugar or your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 ½ cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate syrup, strawberries, caramel, cinnamon sugar
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.
Heat about 2 inches of oil in a skillet or pot to 375°F.
Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle.
Swirl the batter into the oil in overlapping circles to form a lacy pattern.
Fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
Use a squeeze bottle for better batter control if a funnel is unavailable.
Batter should be consistent with pancake batter—thin enough to pour easily.
Fry only one cake at a time to avoid lowering the oil temperature.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: funnel cake recipe, homemade funnel cake, fair food, deep fried desserts, powdered sugar, carnival snacks, fried dough, easy desserts