Name: Fantastic Funnel Cakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 14 min
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening (such as Crisco®), or more as needed; 2 cups milk; 3 eggs; 0.5 cup white sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour

Cook Time: 4 minutes

Funnel Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup shortening (such as Crisco), or more as needed
2 cups milk
3 eggs
cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour

Directions:

In a deep skillet, add enough shortening to fill about 1 inches of the pan. Heat the shortening to 400F (200C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, eggs, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring continuously until the batter becomes smooth.
Transfer the batter into a squeeze bottle or funnel for easy pouring.
Once the oil is hot, quickly squeeze or funnel the batter into the center of the skillet, forming a spiral shape as you move outward.
Fry the funnel cake for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the funnel cake from the hot oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Cook's Note: For the best flavor, Crisco shortening works wonderfully, but feel free to experiment with other oils and let us know your results.

Editors Note: The nutritional information provided is based on an oil retention value of 10% after frying, though this may vary depending on oil type, cooking time, and temperature.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

Calories: 288
Total Fat: 17g (21% Daily Value)
Saturated Fat: 5g (23% Daily Value)
Cholesterol: 43mg (14% Daily Value)
Sodium: 183mg (8% Daily Value)
Total Carbohydrate: 30g (11% Daily Value)
Dietary Fiber: 1g (3% Daily Value)
Total Sugars: 9g
Protein: 5g (11% Daily Value)
Vitamin C: 0mg (0% Daily Value)
Calcium: 89mg (7% Daily Value)
Iron: 2mg (8% Daily Value)
Potassium: 96mg (2% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may vary depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is based on available data and may not be available for all ingredients.

Disclaimer: If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.