Diary of a Kentucky Cook

Don't forget what is truly important, the simple and basic things in Life. Honesty, Pure Emotions, Gardening, Cooking, the Joy of Creating and sharing Recipes and to be blessed by the majestic beauty of Nature. Once you find out what makes you happy, try to do THAT for a living.

Tuesday, August 05, 2008

State Fair Funnel Cake Recipe

State Fair Funnel Cake Recipe

*this recipe makes 6 funnel cakes

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
funnel or liquid measuring cup
powdered sugar for dusting

In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk and brown sugar.
In another bowl; combine flour, baking powder and salt.
stir well.
Add flour mixture into egg mixture,
beat until smooth.

Heat oil to 375 degrees - make sure grease is HOT before starting to funnel batter.

Cover the bottom of your funnel spout with your finger,
pour 1/2 cup cake batter into the funnel.
Holding the funnel several inches above the deep fryer, release your finger and move the
funnel in a spiral motion until all of the batter is emptied
Be careful not to get burned, the batter may splatter the grease a little.

Fry for 2 minutes on each side until cakes are golden brown.
Place on plate or cookie sheet lined with paper towels to drain.
Repeat with remaining batter, place towels between cakes when stacking.
best when served right away or still warm.

variations and tips;
-right before serving;
-Dust with confectioners / powdered sugar
and or
-your favorite toppings; fruit, preserves, jam.

-Use an electric skillet
or a deep fryer
-Use a funnel or liquid measuring cup with a lip for pouring batter into hot grease.

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**Do not let children attempt to make their own funnel cakes




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