Description
These Funnel Cake Bites are a delightful twist on the classic fair treat, perfect for enjoying a taste of the carnival right at home. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with sweet powdered sugar, these bites of nostalgia are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- vegetable oil, for frying
- powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Combine and Mix: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Fry: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, dust with powdered sugar while warm, and serve.
Notes
- Serve with chocolate sauce, caramel, or fruit preserves for dipping.
- For best results, fry in small batches and maintain oil temperature between 350–360°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
