Description
Delight in the nostalgia of county fairs with these homemade County Fair Funnel Cakes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with sweet powdered sugar, these fried treats are a classic fair favorite that you can now enjoy in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
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Batter:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Frying:
- vegetable oil
- powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, water, and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, whisking until smooth.
- Fry Funnel Cakes: Heat oil in a skillet to 375°F. Pour batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle. Drizzle batter into hot oil in a spiral pattern, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy warm.
Notes
- You can use a squeeze bottle or piping bag as an alternative to a funnel.
- Enhance flavor with cinnamon or toppings like fruit preserves or chocolate sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg