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Name: Funnel Cake Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 eggs; 1 cup whole milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Vegetable oil or shortening, (for frying)

overhead shot of Funnel Cake Fries on tray

Deep-fried funnel cake fries are a crispy, sweet treat that takes classic fair food and adds a fun twist.

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Funnel Cake Fries Ingredients
Substitutions and Additions
How To Make This Funnel Cake Fries Recipe
How To Serve
Storage
Frequently Asked Questions
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These delicious, crunchy funnel cake fries are a twist on the traditional amusement park treat. Instead of being shaped like a classic funnel cake, they are shaped like French fries and made from a classic batter that’s deep-fried to perfection.

close up shot of Funnel Cake Fries on a plate

Funnel Cake Fries Ingredients

Funnel Cake Fries raw ingredients that are labeled

Funnel cake fries taste just like the classic – sweet and irresistible! These crispy, golden-brown snacks are packed with flavor and crunch.

The outside is perfectly fried, while the inside is soft and cakey. Drizzle your favorite sauce or topping over your dessert fries to satisfy your sweet tooth.

You’ll need:

2 cups of all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of baking powder
2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 cup of whole milk
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Vegetable oil or shortening for frying

Substitutions and Additions

TOPPINGS: You can get creative with the funnel cake fries toppings you add.

Drizzle them with chocolate or strawberry sauce.

You can also add whipped cream and sprinkles to the top or serve them with dipping sauces like frosting or Nutella.

Add a big scoop of vanilla ice cream to them for an extra indulgent treat.

OIL: Good oils to use for frying are peanut oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, corn oil, or vegetable oil.

Olive oil, on the other hand, is not a good oil to fry in.

How To Make This Funnel Cake Fries Recipe

The classic batter will come together with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Follow our step-by-step instructions below for this tasty treat.

STEP ONE: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar.

STEP TWO: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla.

eggs, milk, and vanilla whisked together

STEP THREE: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients while continuing to whisk together until no lumps remain.

dry ingredients added to the wet ingredients and whisked together

STEP FOUR: Transfer the batter to a squeeze bottle, a piping bag, or a plastic bag.

Snip the corner off of the bag when you are ready to add the batter to the oil.

STEP FIVE: Set the batter aside while heating the oil.

STEP SIX: In a skillet with deep sides, add oil to a depth of 1½ to 2 inches.

Heat the oil to 350°F. Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature.

STEP SEVEN: Squeeze the batter in straight lines into the hot oil. You can use your finger or a pair of scissors to “cut” the stream of funnel cake batter if desired.

Pipe as many fries as you can fit in the oil.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

You can make the fries short or long. Sometimes it’s difficult to stop the stream of batter, which is why using a pair of scissors to snip the stream can be helpful.

batter squeezed in straight line in a the oil

PRO TIP:

You can fit quite a number of fries into a large skillet at the same time. They cook quickly, so as long as you start piping the next fry an inch or so away from the previous one, they’ll have plenty of space to start cooking.

Within just a few seconds, they won’t stick to each other if they get close.

STEP EIGHT: As soon as the bottom side of the fries turns golden brown (about 20 to 30 seconds), flip the strips over to cook the other side.

PRO TIP:

By the time you’ve piped enough fries to fill the pan, the first ones will be ready to flip.

And by the time you’ve flipped them all, they’ll be ready to remove from the oil. This creates a pretty constant workflow.

STEP NINE: Remove the cooked funnel cake fries from the oil with a slotted spoon. Place fries on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb the excess oil.

STEP TEN: Continue cooking the funnel cake fries until you have used up all of the batter.

STEP ELEVEN: Serve funnel cake fries hot with your favorite toppings.

fries served hot and dusted with powdered sugar, white sugar, and whipped cream

How To Serve

Funnel cake fries can make a fun snack anytime the fair isn’t in town, but you are craving this deep-fried treat.

A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar is classic, while a spoonful of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce or hot fudge sauce would make the perfect way to indulge.

For more fun fair food, check out our deep fried Oreos, or if you’d like to stick with the classic, our original funnel cake recipe is one of our favorites.

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Storage

IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER: These are best served immediately. Like most fried food, they lose their crispness after 15 minutes. Do not store.

close up shot of Funnel Cake Fries in a brown box

Funnel cake fries are a delicious deep-fried snack! With their light, crisp texture and sweet topping options, they’re a fun way to enjoy the flavor of funnel cakes without going all the way to the county fair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best oil for deep-frying?

Fry only with oils that have a high smoking point. The smoking point is the temperature it takes for the oil to start to break down and smoke. Once it smokes, it’s not good for frying.

The best kind of oil includes peanut oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, corn oil, or vegetable oil. Olive oil, on the other hand, is not a good oil to fry in.

Can I make funnel cakes with this recipe?

You can use this funnel cake batter recipe for any size of funnel cake you’d like to try.

My funnel cake fries turned out too oily. How can I prevent this?

If your fries are too oily, it could be because the oil wasn’t hot enough. Make sure the oil reaches the correct temperature (350°F/175°C) before frying the next batch.

Can I make funnel cake fries in different shapes or sizes?

Feel free to experiment with different shapes or sizes to suit your preference. You can make thicker fries or even funnel cake bites for a fun twist! Just remember to adjust the frying time accordingly.

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