Description
Delightful funnel cake bites bring carnival magic to home kitchens with crispy, golden perfection. Sweet powdered sugar dusting completes this nostalgic treat that connects family and friends through simple, joyful indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsps granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Dry Mixture Preparation: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Wet Ingredient Fusion: Vigorously combine milk, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate container until perfectly blended and uniform.
- Batter Creation: Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry mixture, stirring gently to form a silky, lump-free batter without overmixing.
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to precisely 350°F, monitoring temperature with a culinary thermometer for consistent results.
- Frying Process: Carefully drop small batter portions using a spoon or cookie scoop into hot oil, ensuring they float and brown evenly without overcrowding the cooking surface.
- Golden Transformation: Fry each morsel until achieving a rich, golden-bronze color, flipping once to guarantee uniform caramelization – approximately 2 minutes total cooking time.
- Draining and Finishing: Remove crispy bites with a slotted spoon, placing on paper towels to absorb excess oil, then immediately dust with powdered sugar for a delicate, sweet coating.
- Serving Suggestion: Present warm funnel cake bites with an array of dipping sauces like chocolate, caramel, or fruit compote to enhance the culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Batter Clumping: Sift dry ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free mixture for consistent texture and even cooking.
- Control Oil Temperature: Maintain steady 350°F using a thermometer; fluctuating heat causes greasy or undercooked funnel cake bites.
- Avoid Overcrowding Pan: Drop batter in small batches, leaving space between bites to prevent sticking and ensure crispy exterior.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend or almond flour for dietary restrictions while maintaining similar texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg