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Easy Homemade Classic Funnel Cake Recipe

A golden brown, freshly fried funnel cake recipe creation generously dusted with white powdered sugar on a white plate.
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Make classic county fair funnel cakes at home. This easy recipe yields treats that are crispy on the outside and tender inside, ready fast for a perfect carnival treat.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
  4. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
  5. Carefully transfer the batter into a funnel with a small opening (or a piping bag with a small round tip). Cover the funnel opening with your finger.
  6. Hold the funnel over the hot oil. Remove your finger and quickly move the funnel in a circular motion to create a lattice or web pattern, forming a round cake shape.
  7. Continue drizzling batter until the cake is about 6 to 8 inches wide.
  8. Fry for about 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to carefully remove the funnel cake from the oil. Place it on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  10. Repeat with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent between batches.
  11. Dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm. Serve immediately for the best crispy funnel cake texture.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, ensure your oil temperature is correct (375°F) and do not overcrowd the pot.
  • If you do not have a funnel, you can use a large Ziploc bag, snip a small corner off, and use it to pipe the batter.
  • Serve this fast dessert idea immediately after dusting with powdered sugar.

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