Description
Indulge in the nostalgic fairground treat with this homemade Funnel Cake Recipe. Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, these sweet cakes are perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Optional: Fresh berries
- Suggested Pairings: Whipped cream, lemonade
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 375°F.
- Fry Cakes: Drizzle batter in circular patterns to form 6-inch cakes. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Place fried cakes on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve on a plate with powdered sugar, berries, whipped cream, and a side of lemonade.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the funnel cakes before serving.
- Experiment with different toppings like chocolate sauce or caramel for a decadent twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Funnel Cake, Fairground, Dessert, Homemade, Sweet Treat
