Description
County Fair Funnel Cakes are a nostalgic carnival treat made easy at home! These golden, crispy funnel cakes have a soft, fluffy center and are topped with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. This quick and simple recipe captures all the fun of the fair in just 20 minutes—perfect for parties, kids, or a festive weekend dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in milk and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. The batter should be thick but pourable.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Pour batter into a funnel, squeeze bottle, or piping bag. Swirl batter into the hot oil in a circular, criss-cross motion.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Use tongs to remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Notes
- Batter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for a few hours.
- A squeeze bottle or piping bag works great if you don’t have a funnel.
- Keep oil at 375°F to avoid greasy funnel cakes.
- Top with fruit, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, or caramel for extra flair.
- Try a savory version with cheese and herbs by skipping the sugar.
