Crispy Funnel Cake Sticks Recipe 🍩✨
These crispy funnel cake sticks are a fun, portable twist on the classic fairground treat! Light, golden, and perfectly sweet, they’re great for dipping in chocolate, caramel, or your favorite sauce.
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole milk or 2%)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and thick, but pourable. Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.
- Fry the Funnel Cake Sticks:
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip (or use a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off).
- Pipe 3- to 4-inch strips of batter directly into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- Dust and Serve:
- Generously dust the funnel cake sticks with powdered sugar while still warm. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like chocolate, caramel, or fruit preserves.
Tips:
- Keep the batter slightly thick to ensure the sticks hold their shape while frying.
- Use a squeeze bottle for more precise control when piping the batter.
- To keep the sticks warm and crispy, place them in a 200°F (90°C) oven while frying the remaining batter.
Enjoy these crispy, sweet funnel cake sticks for a delightful treat that’s sure to please everyone! 🎡✨