Funnel Cakes

Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of homemade funnel cakes, a carnival classic you can easily recreate in your own kitchen! This timeless treat combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder with rich vanilla and eggs to form a smooth, pourable batter that's fried to airy, lacy perfection. Each funnel cake is fried to a beautiful golden hue in hot oil, delivering that signature crunch with every bite. The recipe is quick and fun to make, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, and yields six servings of pure joy. Top these warm, delicate creations with a generous dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate festival-inspired dessert. Perfect for parties, family nights, or whenever you're craving a touch of nostalgia, this funnel cake recipe guarantees smiles all around!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0 optional, as needed Powdered sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter. The batter should be thick but pourable.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 375°F (190°C). Use a candy or deep-frying thermometer to ensure consistent oil temperature.

Step 5

Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or a funnel with a narrow spout for pouring the batter into the oil. Be sure to cover the bottom of the spout until you’re ready to pour.

Step 6

Carefully pour the batter in a swirling, circular motion into the hot oil to create a lacy, round funnel cake shape. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Step 7

Using tongs or a slotted spoon, carefully remove the fried funnel cake from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil temperature remains steady between batches.

Step 9

Dust the funnel cakes generously with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1703.3 grams (1703.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9469

Total Fat 966.10g	1239%
Saturated Fat 143.10g	715%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 405mg	135%
Sodium 2365mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 242.60g	88%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 53.90g
Protein 49.00g	98%

Vitamin D 241IU	1205%
Calcium 547mg	42%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 975mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.2%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 9.8%