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Best Funnel Cake Recipe

Best Funnel Cake Recipe

A classic fair-style fried dessert with crispy batter dusted in powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Batter:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For Frying:
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Powdered sugar
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Strawberry sauce
  • Whipped cream

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a deep skillet.
  • Mix dry and wet ingredients to make batter.
  • Pour batter through a funnel into hot oil in a spiral pattern.
  • Fry until golden brown on both sides.
  • Drain and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature around 375°F
Use a squeeze bottle if a funnel is unavailable
Serve immediately for best crispness
Add toppings such as chocolate or fruit sauce