Funnel Cake Bites
These Funnel Cake Bites are crispy, sweet, and perfect little indulgences that bring carnival nostalgia right to your kitchen. Easy and fun to make!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and ground nutmeg. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well-blended.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if a few lumps remain.
Heat the Oil
- In a deep frying pan or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You’ll know it’s ready when a drop of batter sizzles upon contact.
Fry the Bites
- Using a piping bag or a squeeze bottle, carefully squeeze the batter into the hot oil in a spiral or lattice pattern. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Drain and Dust
- Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove the bites from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil. While they’re still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve your Funnel Cake Bites warm, and watch them disappear as everyone reaches for more!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Slotted Spoon
- Paper Towels
Notes
- Fry bites in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Reheat leftover bites in a toaster oven to keep them crispy.
- Add chocolate chips or drizzle with caramel sauce for fun variations.
- Use a good test to check oil temperature: a drop of batter should sizzle and rise.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or freeze for up to a month.