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DIY FUNNEL CAKE FOR A YEAR-ROUND TREAT!

September 23, 2024

Fall Festivals always make me hungry for Funnel Cakes! But savoring them only once or twice a year is just not often enough! With this easy, delicious recipe, I can now enjoy them anytime I wish!!

Easy Funnel Cake

Makes 4

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until you have a smooth batter. It should be slightly thicker than pancake batter. If it's too thick, add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time.
  4. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pan or a pot to 350 degrees. You can test the oil's readiness by dropping a small bit of batter into it. It's ready when it sizzles and floats to the surface.
  5. Once the oil is hot, you can start making the funnel cakes. For this, you'll need a funnel or a squeeze bottle. If using a funnel, cover the bottom with your finger and pour about 1/2 cup of batter into it. Release your finger and move the funnel over the hot oil, letting the batter drizzle out in a swirling pattern to form a circular shape.
  6. Fry the funnel cake for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until it turns golden brown. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to carefully flip it over.
  7. Once both sides are cooked, remove the funnel cake from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
  8. While the funnel cake is still warm, dust it generously with powdered sugar.
  9. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
  10. Serve the funnel cakes immediately while they're still warm and crispy.