Funnel Cake Bites Recipe
Crispy, bite-sized funnel cake pieces dusted with powdered sugar — perfect for parties or a sweet snack. Light batter is quickly fried until golden and served warm.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups milk whole or 2% for best texture
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying; amount may vary depending on pan
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; batter should be slightly thick but pourable. If too thick, add up to 0.25 cup extra milk.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat to 350 F (use a thermometer). The oil should be about 1.5 to 2.0 inches deep.
- Using a small ladle or a squeeze bottle with a medium tip, pipe or drizzle small round dollops of batter (about 1.0 tablespoon each) into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid crowding.
- Fry each batch for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- While still warm, dust the funnel cake bites generously with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Notes
For crispier bites, fry at a steady 350 F and avoid overcrowding the pan. Serve with fruit sauce or chocolate for dipping if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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