Description
Funnel Cake Bites offer a delightful twist on the classic fair treat, featuring small, crispy fried dough bites dusted with powdered sugar and optionally drizzled with chocolate or caramel sauce. Perfectly golden and fluffy, these bite-sized snacks are easy to make at home and serve warm for an irresistible sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving
- Vegetable oil (for frying, about 2-3 inches in pot)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Optional: chocolate sauce
- Optional: caramel sauce
- Optional: fresh fruit toppings
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk thoroughly until evenly mixed.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly whisk 1 large egg. Add 1 cup milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
- Combine Batter: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter should remain thick yet pourable, with some lumps present for light texture.
- Heat Oil: In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, heat about 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat. Test readiness by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil—if it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready for frying.
- Form Funnel Cake Bites: Fill a squeeze bottle or piping bag with the batter. Squeeze the batter into the hot oil in circular motions, creating small circles approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter.
- Fry the Bites: Fry the bites for 1 to 2 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip them gently using a slotted spoon and fry for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Drain Excess Oil: Once golden and crispy, remove the bites from the oil. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat frying until all batter is used.
- Garnish and Serve: Arrange the warm funnel cake bites on a serving platter. Dust generously with powdered sugar. For added indulgence, drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce and top with fresh fruit if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve the funnel cake bites warm alone or accompanied by dipping sauces for an extra treat.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot to maintain consistent oil temperature for even frying.
- If batter is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach a pourable consistency.
- Monitor oil temperature carefully; too hot and bites will brown too quickly, too cool and they absorb excess oil.
- Funnel cake bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm for optimal crispiness.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend in equal amounts.
- Leftover bites can be reheated in an oven to restore crispness but are best eaten fresh.
