Reynaldo’s Cocina 📍
Classic Funnel Cake
A homemade fair-style funnel cake finished with powdered sugar and chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for topping
- Chocolate sauce for drizzling
Equipment
- - Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Funnel, squeeze bottle, or piping bag
- Paper towels
Method
- Heat oil to 350°F in a large skillet or Dutch oven.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
- Transfer batter to a squeeze bottle or funnel.
- Drizzle batter into hot oil in overlapping circular patterns.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar.
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
• Keep oil temperature near 350°F for best results.
• Do not overcrowd the pan.
• Powdered sugar is the classic topping.
• Funnel cakes are best enjoyed fresh.
• Try fruit, caramel, whipped cream, or ice cream for fun variations.
