Description
Funnel Cake Fries are a delightful carnival-inspired dessert made from a light, fluffy batter that’s piped into hot oil and fried until golden and crispy. These fries are generously dusted with powdered sugar and perfect for serving with chocolate sauce, caramel, or fruit preserves for dipping. Easy to make at home, they bring a nostalgic fairground treat to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 inches deep)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the large egg until smooth, then add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Combine Batter: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or saucepan to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer to maintain the temperature.
- Pipe the Batter: Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle or piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Carefully pipe 4- to 5-inch strips of batter directly into the hot oil, doing this in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry Until Golden: Fry each batch for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until the fries are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to turn them and remove once done.
- Drain and Dust: Transfer the fried funnel cake fries onto paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar.
- Serve: Serve the funnel cake fries warm, optionally accompanied by chocolate sauce, caramel, or fruit preserves for dipping.
Notes
- Serve with chocolate sauce, caramel, or fruit preserves for a delicious dipping experience.
- Ensure the oil stays at a consistent 350°F to achieve crispier fries and avoid sogginess.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and proper frying.
- You can use a thermometer to monitor the oil temperature accurately.
- For easier piping, use a squeeze bottle or piping bag with a large round tip.
