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Funnel Cake Donut Recipe – A Fun & Easy Carnival-Style Dessert

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These Funnel Cake Donuts are a fun and easy carnival-style dessert made at home—no yeast or deep-frying fuss! With crispy golden edges, fluffy centers, and a dusting of powdered sugar, these mini donuts bring fairground flavor to your kitchen in under 30 minutes. Perfect for parties, brunch, or a sweet family treat.

Ingredients

  • For the Donuts:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or any milk)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Fresh blueberries or mashed banana
  • Chocolate sauce or fruit preserves (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined.
  3. In a deep pot, heat 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer or test by dropping a bit of batter—it should sizzle and float.
  4. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter into hot oil. Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  5. While warm, dust with powdered sugar. Optional: roll in cinnamon sugar or serve with chocolate sauce or jam for dipping.

Notes

  • Toss in cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
  • Fold in blueberries or banana for variation.
  • For a lighter version, try air frying at 350°F for 6–8 minutes.
  • Use self-rising flour by omitting baking powder and reducing salt.
  • Baked version: use a mini muffin tin and bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes.

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