Here’s a classic County Fair Funnel Cake recipe – golden, crispy, and dusted with powdered sugar. These are a nostalgic favorite and surprisingly easy to make at home!
🎡 County Fair Funnel Cakes
Ingredients:
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2 eggs
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1 cup milk
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1 cup water
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
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Heat the oil: In a deep skillet or pot, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 375°F (190°C).
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Make the batter:
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In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, water, and vanilla until combined.
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In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet until smooth. Batter should be pourable, similar to pancake batter (add a splash of milk if too thick).
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Funnel and fry:
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Using a funnel, piping bag, or squeeze bottle, drizzle the batter in a circular, criss-cross pattern into the hot oil.
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Fry for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Drain: Use tongs to remove and place on paper towels to drain.
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Dust with powdered sugar: Generously sprinkle while still warm. Serve immediately.
🍓 Optional Toppings:
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Fresh berries and whipped cream
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Chocolate or caramel drizzle
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Nutella and banana slices
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Cinnamon sugar
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Ice cream on top (make it a sundae funnel cake!)
Would you like a mini version, gluten-free, or baked option?