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

Bring the excitement of the carnival straight into your kitchen with these bite‑size funnel cake donuts—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and sprinkled with sugary goodness. In under 30 minutes, using just pantry staples, you can whip up these adorable donut bites that are perfect for parties, brunch, or making memories with kids. Easy to customize and even easier to enjoy, this playful twist on a fair classic is sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all‑purpose flour
  
  

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  
  

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon salt
  
  

• ½ cup milk (whole milk preferred)
  
  

• 1 large egg
  
  

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

• Vegetable oil for frying
  
  

• Powdered sugar for dusting
  
  

Optional add-ins & toppings:

• Ground cinnamon (for cinnamon‑sugar coating)
  
  

• Chocolate sauce or fruit preserves (for dipping)
  
  

• Fresh blueberries or mashed banana (for fruity variations)RecipeSize
  
  

Directions

1. Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350 °F (175 °C).
   
   

2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   
   

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
   
   

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined—don’t overmix.
   
   

5. Once the oil is hot, use a spoon or small scoop to drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil in small batches.
   
   

6. Fry each batch for about 2–3 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and crispy.
   
   

7. Remove the donuts with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels or a wire rack.
   
   

8. While still warm, dust with powdered sugar or roll in cinnamon sugar. Serve immediately.

Nutrients (Approximate)

• Calories: ~150–200 per bite (depending on oil absorption and sugar coating)
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~15–20 g
  
  

• Fat: ~8–12 g (from frying)
  
  

• Protein: ~2–3 g