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Light, crispy fried dough dusted with powdered sugar—just like at the fair!

County Fair Funnel Cakes

Light, crispy fried dough dusted with powdered sugar—just like at the fair!
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon optional
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 –6 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven
  • Whisk & mixing bowls
  • candy thermometer
  • Squeeze bottle or measuring cup with spout
  • Spider skimmer or tongs
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in skillet or Dutch oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl. In another, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla. Combine until smooth.
  3. Transfer to squeeze bottle or spouted cup.
  4. Drizzle batter into hot oil in a circular, lacy pattern. Fry 1–2 minutes per side.
  5. Drain on wire rack and dust with powdered sugar.
  6. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Fry one funnel cake at a time for best results.
For a sundae-style dessert, top with ice cream and syrup.