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Classic Funnel Cake with Powdered Sugar Recipe

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Classic homemade funnel cake with a light, crispy texture dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for a quick indulgent treat resembling carnival-style fried dough, made with simple ingredients and cooked in a hot oil bath for that perfect golden crunch.

  • Total Time: 9 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ cup all purpose flour

For Serving

  • 4 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Make the Batter: In a large liquid measuring cup or batter bowl with a spout, whisk together milk, egg, water, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, whisking until the mixture is uniform.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and whisk until the batter is completely smooth with no lumps. Set this aside.
  4. Heat the Oil: In a medium, deep-sided pan or pot, add about 1 inch of oil and heat it over medium-high until it reaches 375°F. You can test readiness by dipping the end of a wooden spoon into the oil; if bubbles form around it, the oil is ready. Then reduce the heat to medium to maintain temperature.
  5. Cook the Funnel Cake: Drizzle the batter from the cup in a thin stream, swirling around the hot oil in overlapping circular motions as desired to create a lattice pattern. Fry for approximately 2 minutes until the bottom turns a light golden brown, then flip carefully and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Remove the cooked funnel cake with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels briefly. Dust generously with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar. Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter for a second cake.

Notes

  • Keep the oil temperature steady at 375°F for an evenly cooked, crispy funnel cake.
  • Use a container with a spout to drizzle the batter evenly into the hot oil.
  • Handle the fried funnel cake carefully when flipping to keep the shape intact.
  • Serve immediately for best texture as the cake will soften over time.
  • Can add cinnamon or powdered sugar mixed with cocoa powder for flavored dusting.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/classic-funnel-cake-with-powdered-sugar-recipe/