Funnel Cake Donut Recipe – A Fun & Easy Carnival-Style Dessert
If you’re craving a delightful dessert that brings the joy of the carnival straight to your kitchen, this Funnel Cake Donut Recipe is the answer! These sweet treats blend the classic flavors of funnel cake into a bite-sized donut that’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these donuts are quick to whip up and can be customized with various toppings like powdered sugar, chocolate sauce, or fresh fruit. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a warm, homemade carnival-style dessert that’s sure to delight everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Carnival-style
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk preferred)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove donuts using a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar or roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg