Easy County Fair Funnel Cake

Funnel Cake is a classic fair favorite! Deep-fried to perfection and then dusted with powdered sugar. You can bring the carnival home to your kitchen anytime. These fun crispy treats have never tasted so good straight out of the pan.

They are so easy to make and I always have all of the ingredients on hand to make them. The best part? I don’t have to wait for the county fair to indulge a little!

Easy County Fair Funnel Cake

Yield: 3 large cakes

Easy County Fair Funnel Cake

Easy County Fair Funnel Cake

Funnel Cake is a classic fair favorite! Deep-fried to perfection and then dusted with powdered sugar. You can bring the carnival home to your kitchen anytime. These fun crispy treats have never tasted so good straight out of the pan.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

    1. Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) in a heavy skillet.

    2. Beat milk and eggs together in a large bowl. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl; stir into egg mixture until smooth.

    3. Use your finger to cover the funnel hole; pour in 1 cup of batter. Starting in the center of the skillet, remove your finger and move the funnel in a swirling motion to make a 6- or 7-inch round.

    4. Fry in hot oil until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

    5. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.