Description
These golden, crispy funnel cake fries bring the nostalgic taste of the carnival to your kitchen in minutes. Made with a simple, airy batter, they are the perfect sweet treat for quick snacking or casual dessert gatherings.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Heat the oil. Fill a heavy-bottomed pot with two inches of oil and heat to 375 degrees using a candy thermometer.
- Whisk the eggs. Combine eggs and granulated sugar in a large bowl, whisking until the mixture is pale, foamy, and thickened.
- Add wet ingredients. Pour in the whole milk and vanilla extract, whisking gently until the mixture is completely uniform.
- Combine dry goods. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture, stirring just until the dry pockets disappear.
- Prepare the dispenser. Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a sturdy freezer bag with a corner trimmed for dispensing.
- Fry the strips. Pipe four-inch strips into the hot oil, frying five or six at a time for about one minute until golden.
- Flip and drain. Flip the strips using tongs or a slotted spoon and cook for another minute before draining on a wire rack.
- Dust and serve. Generously coat the warm fries with powdered sugar and serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Ensure the oil returns to 375 degrees between each batch to prevent greasy or undercooked results.
- Measure flour using a kitchen scale to avoid packing, which ensures the batter stays light and airy.
- Use a high smoke point neutral oil like canola or vegetable oil for a clean, professional flavor profile.
- Pipe the strips directly into the oil for uniform shapes and consistent cooking times across every batch.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
