Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of the fair with these delicious Sweet Whirlwind Fairground Funnel Cakes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with a generous coating of powdered sugar, these treats are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Batter:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- vegetable oil for frying
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until smooth.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the Cakes: Pour batter into a funnel, swirl over the hot oil, fry until golden.
- Drain and Serve: Remove cakes, drain, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
- Batter can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Test oil temperature before frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 funnel cake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
