Description
These Easy Funnel Cake Fries are a delightful twist on the classic carnival treat, featuring crispy, golden strips of fried batter dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, they’re quick to make and can be paired with chocolate or caramel sauces for an extra indulgent touch.
Ingredients
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional: chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to ensure they are evenly mixed.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, large egg, and vanilla extract. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until you get a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Heat the oil: Pour enough oil into a deep pot to allow for frying and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature.
- Pipe the batter: Transfer the batter into a squeeze bottle or piping bag. Carefully squeeze thin strips of batter directly into the hot oil, forming long, thin shapes resembling fries.
- Fry the funnel cake fries: Fry the batter strips for 1-2 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fries from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve and garnish: Dust the fries generously with powdered sugar while still warm. Serve with optional chocolate or caramel dipping sauces for added flavor.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pot when frying to maintain the oil temperature and ensure even cooking.
- If you don’t have a squeeze bottle or piping bag, use a spoon to drizzle the batter into the oil carefully.
- Use a thermometer to keep the oil temperature steady at 350°F to avoid greasy fries.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste, as they can become soggy if left too long.
