Funnel Cake Fries
Funnel Cake Fries are a crispy, golden twist on the classic fair treat. Perfect for dipping, snacking, and sharing with family and friends.
Servings: 20 funnel fries
Calories: 35kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk plus 1–2 tablespoons, if needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.1 large egg, ½ cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and pourable. If the batter is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk, one at a time, until it reaches the right consistency.1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pour the batter into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip or a squeeze bottle for easy control.
- Heat 3 inches of vegetable or canola oil in a deep pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 340°F–350°F (170°C–175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature and adjust the heat as needed.Vegetable or canola oil
- Pipe or squeeze 3–4 strips of batter, about 5–6 inches long, directly into the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes on one side, then flip and fry for another 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer the fries to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, ensuring the oil stays at the correct temperature.
- Once all the fries are cooked, dust them generously with powdered sugar.Powdered sugar
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
Storage :
- Store: In an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days
- Reheat: In a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes until crisp (avoid microwave)
- Freeze: Not recommended—best texture when fres
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor
- Keep oil at 340°F–350°F—too hot = burnt, too cool = soggy
- Batter should be pourable, not runny—adjust with milk or flour
- Don't overcrowd the pot or the oil temp will drop
- Serve with chocolate sauce, caramel, strawberry syrup, or preserves
- Best eaten fresh for crispiness
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.3mg
