Description
Have you ever wondered if it is possible to bring the magic of a summer carnival right into your own kitchen without the messy deep fryer? These Air Fryer Funnel Cake Bites deliver that golden crunch and fluffy center in just 15 minutes. It is a lighter, easier way to enjoy a classic fair treat using simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir wet ingredients into dry until just combined (batter should be thick).
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Line the basket with parchment paper, ensuring side vents remain clear for airflow.
- Scoop and Arrange: Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop mounds of batter onto the parchment paper, leaving 1 inch of space between each bite.
- Air Fry: Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and firm. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Finish and Serve: Remove bites and, while still warm, generously dust with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve.
Notes
If the batter is too runny, add a tablespoon of flour; if too thick, add a splash of milk. For best results, use parchment paper to prevent the batter from dripping through the basket holes. Serve with chocolate syrup or strawberry jam for dipping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g