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Funnel Cake Bites

Funnel Cake Bites: Sweet, Crispy Mini Treats You'll Love

Funnel Cake Bites are sweet, crispy mini treats that bring the nostalgic taste of summer fairs right into your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup whole milk Essential for a smooth batter.
  • 1 large egg Adds richness and binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter Introduces richness and buttery flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the batter rise.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure and texture.
For Frying
  • 2 cups vegetable oil Necessary for frying.
For Dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness and presentation.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup whipped cream For added indulgence.
  • 1 cup fresh fruit Refreshing addition.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate sauce For chocolate lovers.
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce For a rich twist.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • frying pan
  • slotted spatula
  • Ziplock bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix wet ingredients: whisk together whole milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
  2. Combine and fold: stir in salt, baking soda, and sugar, then fold in all-purpose flour until creamy.
  3. Prepare frying oil: heat vegetable oil in frying pan for 2 minutes on high, then reduce to medium.
  4. Fry bites: fill a Ziplock bag with batter, cut a small hole, and squeeze into hot oil, frying until golden brown.
  5. Drain and serve: remove cooked bites, let excess oil drip, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste. Dust with powdered sugar and add preferred toppings after frying.

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