Funnel Cakes

Funnel cakes are a regional specialty food originally associated with the Pennsylvania Dutch region of the United States. Funnel cakes are quite popular around the United States at ballparks, fairs and festivals. Funnel cakes are made by pouring batter through a funnel into hot oil in a circular pattern and deep frying it until golden-brown. They are often served with powdered sugar, honey, jam, or other toppings.

This is the county fair type funnel cake recipe. Light and fluffy, this gets dusted with powdered sugar and served hot.

1 egg
2/3 cup milk
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder

Beat egg and milk.  Mix all other ingredients and slowly add to the egg mixture, beating until smooth.

Using a funnel, drop into hot oil working from center outwards.  Remove from the oil when golden brown and crispy.

Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve.