Gluten Free Funnel Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic delight of fairground treats with this homemade Gluten-Free Funnel Cake, a crispy, golden dessert that’s surprisingly easy to whip up in your kitchen. Made with gluten-free all-purpose flour, this recipe delivers the same light and airy texture as its traditional counterpart, while catering to gluten-free diets. A simple batter of milk, egg, and vanilla is fried to perfection and then topped with a generous dusting of powdered sugar for that classic sweet finish. The batter is easy to pipe or drizzle into the hot oil, creating a stunning lattice design that fries to crispy perfection in just minutes. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a family night, or simply craving something sweet, this gluten-free classic is a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 units Large egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or other frying oil)
• 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 2

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients while stirring, mixing until you achieve a smooth batter with no lumps. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter. If it is too thick, add a tablespoon of additional milk at a time until it thins out.

Step 4

Pour the batter into a squeeze bottle with a narrow nozzle or a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Alternatively, you can use a large plastic zip-top bag with a small cut in one corner.

Step 5

In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the oil to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature for consistent frying.

Step 6

Carefully squeeze or pour the batter in a circular, crisscross pattern into the hot oil. Fry the funnel cake for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until golden brown, and then flip it using tongs to cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Once fully cooked, remove the funnel cake from the oil using tongs or a slotted spatula and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

While still warm, generously dust the funnel cake with powdered sugar or your desired topping (such as cinnamon sugar, chocolate syrup, or fresh fruit).

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	932.9 grams (932.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6771

Total Fat 716.60g	919%
Saturated Fat 52.60g	263%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 1113mg	48%
Total Carbohydrate 147.50g	54%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 9.90g	20%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 44mg	3%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 78mg	2%

*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: 91.1%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 8.3%