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Quick and Easy Funnel Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 funnel cakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This quick and easy funnel cake recipe yields light, crispy, and golden fried treats perfect for a fun dessert or fair-inspired snack. The batter mixes up quickly and fries to perfection in just minutes, then is dusted with sweet powdered sugar for an irresistible finish.

Ingredients

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For the Funnel Cake Batter

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For Frying and Topping

  • Vegetable oil (for frying, about 2 inches deep)
  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

  1. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches into a large, thick-bottomed skillet. Place over medium-high heat and preheat while preparing the batter.
  2. Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the eggs, sugar, milk, flour, baking powder, and salt until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Test the Oil Temperature: Drop a small pinch of flour into the hot oil. If it sizzles immediately, use a thermometer to check that the oil is between 370-375°F (187-190°C). Once the right temperature is reached, reduce the heat to medium to maintain it.
  4. Fry the Funnel Cakes: Measure about ½ cup of batter into a measuring cup. Slowly drizzle the batter into the hot oil in a thin, swirling, crisscross pattern to create the classic funnel cake shape.
  5. Cook Until Golden: Fry each funnel cake for about 90 seconds per side, or until both sides turn a beautiful golden brown. Remove the funnel cake using tongs and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. Add the Finishing Touch: Generously dust the warm funnel cakes with confectioner’s sugar.
  7. Repeat and Serve: Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil returns to the correct temperature before each batch. Serve the funnel cakes warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Maintain the oil temperature around 370-375°F for crisp and evenly cooked funnel cakes.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure accurate oil temperature for best frying results.
  • Drain funnel cakes on paper towels to remove excess oil before dusting with powdered sugar.
  • Serve funnel cakes immediately while warm for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Vegetable oil is preferred for frying due to its neutral flavor and high smoke point.

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