Description
Enjoy the carnival fun at home with this easy Funnel Cake Donut Recipe! These bite-sized treats are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar, making them the perfect dessert for parties, brunches, or fun weekend snacks. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk (whole milk preferred)
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vegetable oil for frying
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Heat Oil: Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fry the Donuts: Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain and Coat: Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels or a wire rack. While still warm, dust with powdered sugar or roll in cinnamon sugar.
Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade funnel cake donuts!
Air Fryer Instructions:
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.
Drop batter by spoonfuls onto parchment rounds or silicone molds.
Air fry for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Dust with powdered sugar after cooking.
Notes
For blueberry funnel cake bites, fold in 1/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries into the batter.
Want a chocolate flavor? Add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder to the batter.
Serve with dipping sauces like chocolate, caramel, or berry compote.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
