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Quick & Easy Funnel Cake

Quick & Easy Funnel Cake
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This quick & easy funnel cake recipe brings the nostalgic carnival favorite to your kitchen with simple pantry ingredients and fast preparation. Enjoy a golden, crispy exterior with a light and airy interior, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests with a beloved fairground treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Frying and Garnish

  • Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying, about 2-3 inches in a skillet)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ones, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  2. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy pot until it reaches around 350°F (175°C). Heating the oil to the right temperature ensures the funnel cake fries evenly and becomes perfectly crispy.
  3. Fry the Funnel Cake: Using a funnel, squeeze bottle, or piping bag, drizzle the batter in a swirling, overlapping circular pattern directly into the hot oil. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown, then flip carefully to cook the other side.
  4. Drain and Dust: Remove the cooked funnel cake with a slotted spoon or tongs and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While still warm, generously dust with powdered sugar for that classic finish.

Notes

  • Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain the oil at around 350°F for even cooking.
  • The batter should be thick but pourable, similar to pancake batter for easy swirling.
  • Practice making loose, overlapping loops in the oil for the signature funnel cake shape.
  • Fry one funnel cake at a time to maintain oil temperature and prevent sticking.
  • Use neutral oil such as vegetable or canola oil to keep flavor pure and crisp.

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Keywords: funnel cake, carnival dessert, fried pastry, quick dessert, fairground treat, crispy cake

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