Description
This easy Funnel Cake recipe made with pancake mix creates crispy, golden, and delicious fried treats perfect for a fun dessert or fair-style snack. Made with simple ingredients and fried to perfection, these funnel cakes are dusted with powdered sugar for a classic finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Funnel Cake Batter
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Frying and Topping
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 inches deep)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix, water, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches into a deep skillet or frying pan. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), the ideal temperature for frying funnel cakes.
- Form and Fry the Funnel Cake: Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle. Hold the funnel over the hot oil and pour the batter in a circular spiral motion to form the funnel cake shape. Fry for 1-2 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Using tongs, carefully flip the funnel cake over and fry the other side for another 1-2 minutes until it is evenly golden and cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the funnel cake from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving warm.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature to avoid greasy or undercooked funnel cakes.
- You can add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
- Serve funnel cakes with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce for variety.
- Use a heat-safe funnel or squeeze bottle for easy batter pouring and spiral shaping.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; fry one funnel cake at a time for best results.
