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Homemade Funnel Cake

Homemade Funnel Cake

The ultimate fair treat, Homemade Funnel Cake is crispy, sweet, and utterly delicious! It's an easy recipe perfect for summer gatherings or any day you crave something special. Indulge in the inviting flavors and nostalgic memories it brings!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

  • 2 inches Vegetable Oil for frying
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Skillet or pot for frying
  • Candy/deep fry thermometer
  • Funnel batter dispenser

Method
 

  1. Add about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a deep skillet or pot. Heat to 350 to 360°F.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the large eggs, whole milk, water, and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and Kosher salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth.
  5. Carefully transfer the batter into a large funnel, piping bag, squeeze bottle, or measuring cup with a spout.
  6. Over the hot oil, drizzle the batter in a swirling pattern to form a lacy round cake. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Use tongs to carefully flip the cake over and fry for another minute or two.
  8. Transfer the cake to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  9. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  10. Dust the funnel cakes generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Tip 1: For a lighter version, you can use 2% milk instead of whole milk—the texture will still be fluffy and crisp.
  • Tip 2: Oil temperature is key: keep it around 350°F (175°C) for perfectly golden, non-greasy funnel cakes.
  • Tip 3: If you don’t have a funnel, try a squeeze bottle, piping bag, or measuring cup with a spout to pour the batter.
  • Tip 4: Toppings: Classic powdered sugar is a must, but chocolate sauce, caramel, berries, or ice cream make it extra special.
  • Tip 5: To reheat, warm leftover funnel cakes in a 350°F oven or air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispness.
  • Tip 6: Storage: Store cooled funnel cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.