Description
Miniature funnel cakes that are warm, crispy, and dusted with powdered sugar, offering a delightful brunch or dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 to 3 cups neutral oil (canola or vegetable) for frying
- 1/2 cup berry compote or 1/3 cup warmed chocolate sauce (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (for topping)
- Fresh berries or citrus zest (for garnish)
- Toasted sliced almonds or crushed pistachio (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until pale and aerated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the beaten egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter, whisking until glossy and smooth.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined, aiming for a pourable batter.
- Heat the oil in a heavy skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle and pipe small spirals into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden, about 60–90 seconds per side.
- Remove the bites and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
- Dust warm bites with powdered sugar and top with optional compote or chocolate sauce, garnishing as desired.
Notes
Keep a warm oven to hold finished bites for crispness. For best results, maintain oil temperature and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg