Funnel Cake Bites are a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic fair treat. These mini versions of funnel cakes are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar for the perfect sweet treat. Here’s a simple recipe to make them at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
- Prepare the batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick but pourable. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Heat the oil:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should reach about 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter into it—if it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
- Fry the funnel cake bites:
- Spoon the batter into the hot oil, using a spoon or small cookie scoop to drop bite-sized amounts of batter into the oil.
- Fry the batter in batches, turning them occasionally with a slotted spoon, until golden brown and crispy (about 2-3 minutes per batch).
- Remove the bites from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Dust with powdered sugar:
- Once the funnel cake bites are drained, transfer them to a serving plate and generously dust them with powdered sugar while they’re still warm.
- Serve:
- Serve the funnel cake bites warm with optional dipping sauces like chocolate sauce, caramel, or whipped cream for an extra treat.
Tips:
- Flavor Variations: You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
- Dipping sauces: Funnel cake bites are delicious on their own, but you can serve them with sweet dips like chocolate sauce, fruit jam, or even vanilla ice cream.
- Air fryer option: For a lighter version, you can try air frying the batter. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray. Spoon the batter into the air fryer basket, making small clusters, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
These Funnel Cake Bites are perfect for a fun dessert or snack, and they make a great treat for parties, fairs, or any time you’re craving something sweet!