Funnel Cakes
Bring the excitement of the fair right into your kitchen with these homemade Funnel Cakes! Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar, these golden spirals are a carnival classic that’s easier to make than you might think.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Resealable Plastic Bag or Funnel
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Gold Medal® all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying Oil
- 5 cups vegetable oil for frying
Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large frying pan to 350°F (175°C) over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until combined and smooth.
- Transfer batter to a large zip-top bag or funnel. Snip corner of bag or use funnel to pour batter.
- Drizzle batter into hot oil in a circular, overlapping motion to form a cake shape.
- Fry 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove with tongs and place on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
Try topping with cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for added flavor. Best served immediately!
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal | Fat: 24g