Apple Cinnamon Funnel Cakes

Apple cinnamon funnel cakes, made with apple cider in the batter, are a fun twist on the traditional fair food treat.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 134 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup vegetable oil, or as needed
• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup apple cider
• 0.25 cup confectioners' sugar
• 0.75 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour about 3/4 inch oil in a 12-inch skillet and heat 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine confectioners' sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl. Mix flour, apple cider, egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt together in a separate large bowl until batter is smooth. Pour batter into a funnel with a narrow spout or squeeze bottle, covering the opening with a clean finger.

Step 3

Dispense batter into the hot oil in a spiral pattern, making about a 6-inch cake; cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer cake to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle confectioners' sugar mixture over cake.