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Homemade Funnel Cake

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Crispy, golden homemade funnel cakes with a soft interior, dusted generously with powdered sugar. A classic fair-style treat made easily at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 quarts peanut or canola oil (for frying)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large 6–8 quart pot over medium-high heat to 375°F using a thermometer. Prepare a paper towel-lined tray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth with no lumps.
  3. Pour batter into a squirt bottle for easy pouring.
  4. Once oil is ready, squeeze batter into the oil in a circular and zigzag pattern to form a 6-inch cake.
  5. Fry for 30–60 seconds per side, flipping once, until lightly golden.
  6. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
  7. Repeat with remaining batter, adjusting oil temperature as needed to stay near 350°F.
  8. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

  • Keep oil temperature consistent to avoid soggy or overly crispy cakes.
  • If you do not have a squirt bottle, use a piping bag or a measuring cup with a spout.
  • Best served immediately while warm and crisp.
  • You can add toppings like chocolate syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

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