Description
Crispy funnel cake sticks bring carnival magic straight to home kitchens with a delightful twist on classic fairground treats. Sweet, golden strands of fried dough dusted with powdered sugar invite pure indulgence, letting you savor nostalgic flavors in every crispy bite.
Ingredients
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Batter Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frying Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chocolate sauce
- 1/4 cup strawberry sauce
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, creating a smooth dry ingredient base for the funnel cake sticks.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously beat eggs until light and frothy, then incorporate milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, blending until completely integrated.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until a silky, lump-free batter forms with a consistent, pourable consistency.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 375°F, monitoring temperature with a reliable cooking thermometer.
- Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle or piping bag with a medium-sized opening for precise batter distribution.
- Carefully pipe elongated stick-like shapes directly into the hot oil, frying each for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy edges develop.
- Use long tongs to flip the sticks midway through cooking, ensuring even golden coloration on all sides.
- Remove fried sticks with a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
- While still warm, dust the crispy sticks generously with powdered sugar and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
- Drizzle chocolate and strawberry sauces over the funnel cake sticks for an indulgent, decorative finish.
- Serve immediately to preserve maximum crispiness and enjoy the warm, delectable treat.
Notes
- Use a squeeze bottle or piping bag with a precise tip for creating uniform, crispy funnel cake sticks that cook evenly and look professionally made.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 375°F to ensure golden-brown exterior without absorbing excess oil or becoming greasy.
- Drain fried sticks on a wire rack instead of paper towels to prevent soggy bottoms and preserve the signature crispy texture.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, ensuring the same light and airy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg