Description
It was a warm summer evening when I first stumbled upon the joy of funnel cake at the county fair. The sweet aroma of fried dough mingling with laughter and bright lights filled the air, and I couldn't resist the twinkling temptation. Years later, that same magical feeling floods back as I recreate this beloved fair treat in my own kitchen.
These Easy Funnel Cake Bites capture that nostalgic bliss perfectly—they're light, fluffy, and decadently dusted with powdered sugar, reminiscent of childhood nights spent chasing fireflies while munching on this delightful dessert. What makes these bites even more special is how effortless they are to whip up!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- vegetable oil
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, crack in 2 large eggs and add 1 cup of milk. Whisk together until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep saucepan, pour in enough vegetable oil to reach 2 inches deep and heat it over medium heat to approximately 350°F.
- Drop the Batter: Using a spoon or a piping bag, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, swirling the batter in a circular motion.
- Fry Until Golden: Cook each side of the funnel cake bites for 60-90 seconds, or until they turn a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Drain the Bites: Carefully remove the fried bites from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: While the bites are still warm, generously dust them with powdered sugar.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your delightful funnel cake bites warm, perhaps alongside other toppings like chocolate sauce or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Use fresh flour and baking powder for the best results.
- Aim for exactly 350°F when frying.
- Be gentle when combining wet and dry ingredients.
- Experiment with creative toppings beyond powdered sugar!
- Prepare the batter in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to fry.
- Funnel cake bites are best enjoyed straight out of the fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg