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Funnel Cake Donut

Indulgent Funnel Cake Donut Recipe You’ll Love to Make

Funnel Cake Donuts are a charming twist on classic fair treats that are easy and quick to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 donuts
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying
  • 2-3 inches vegetable oil for frying
For Dusting
  • to taste powdered sugar for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or pot
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Squeeze bottle or piping bag
  • slotted spoon
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, then add 1 ½ cups of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until a smooth batter forms.
  4. In a deep skillet or pot, heat 2–3 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches around 350°F (175°C).
  5. Pour the batter into a squeeze bottle or piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
  6. Pipe the batter into the hot oil in a circular, swirling motion to form donut shapes. Fry for about 1–2 minutes on one side until golden brown.
  7. Once golden brown, remove the donuts from the oil using a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels.
  8. Generously dust your warm Funnel Cake Donuts with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with toppings such as chocolate drizzle or fresh fruit compote for a delicious twist.

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