Description
Crispy, golden funnel cake bites bring nostalgic fairground magic straight to your kitchen. Sweet powdered sugar dusted delights offer a quick, irresistible treat that delights both kids and adults with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 2 large eggs
Dry Seasonings and Leavening Agents:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Flavor and Frying Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious mixing vessel and combine the dry ingredients – flour, granulated sugar, leavening agent, and seasoning – whisking thoroughly to eliminate any potential lumps.
- In a separate container, vigorously blend the liquid components including milk, eggs, and flavor essence until completely integrated.
- Gently merge the liquid mixture into the dry ingredient blend, stirring carefully to create a silky, uniform batter without overmixing.
- Select a robust frying pan or deep cooking vessel and pour vegetable oil to a depth of approximately two inches, positioning over medium-high thermal setting.
- Monitor the oil temperature, ensuring it reaches 350°F (175°C) for optimal frying conditions – use a culinary thermometer for precision.
- Utilize a spoon or miniature cookie scoop to delicately deposit small batter portions into the sizzling oil, maintaining adequate spacing between each morsel.
- Allow each bite to transform into a golden-bronze hue, rotating once to guarantee even caramelization – approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
- Extract the crispy morsels using a perforated utensil, transferring to an absorbent paper-lined surface to eliminate excess oil.
- While still radiating warmth, generously dust the delicate bites with powdered sugar, creating a delightful snowy appearance.
- Present immediately, accompanied by complementary dipping sauces like rich chocolate, luscious caramel, or fresh seasonal fruit for an enhanced gustatory experience.
Notes
- Adjust batter consistency by adding more milk if it’s too thick, ensuring smooth, pourable texture for perfect funnel cake bites.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain oil temperature around 350F, preventing greasy or undercooked bites.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or lemon zest to the batter for a unique twist on classic funnel cake bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg