Funnel Cake Sticks
Bring the magic of the fair to your kitchen with these crispy, golden Funnel Cake Sticks. A playful twist on the classic funnel cake, these sticks are easy to make, perfect for dipping, and irresistibly nostalgic. Serve them at parties, game nights, or summer gatherings for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients 🥄
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt 🧂
- ¼ cup granulated sugar 🍚
- Powdered sugar for dusting ❄️
- Wet Ingredients 🥛
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1¼ cups whole milk 🥛 adjust as needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- Splash of water 💧 optional, for thinning batter
- For Frying 🍳
- 3 –4 cups vegetable oil or canola oil 🛢️
- Optional Dipping Sauces 🍯
- Marshmallow fluff 🍡
- Strawberry jam 🍓
- Chocolate sauce 🍫
- Caramel drizzle 🍮
- Whipped cream 🍦
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the Batter 🥣
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth—do not overmix.
- The batter should be thick but pourable 🌀. Add a splash of milk or water if too thick.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or a zip-top bag with a ½-inch corner snipped off ✂️.
- Step 2: Fry the Sticks 🔥
- Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep pan or skillet to 350°F (175°C) 🌡️.
- Carefully pipe 4–5 inch strips of batter into the hot oil. Don’t overcrowd the pan ❗
- Fry for 2–3 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy 🍩.
- Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil 🧻.
- Step 3: Finish and Serve 🎯
- While still warm, generously dust with powdered sugar ❄️.
- Serve with dipping sauces like marshmallow fluff, chocolate, or strawberry jam for extra fun 💥.