Funnel Cakes

Ingredients

• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying , or as needed
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients. Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) in a heavy skillet.

2. 2

   Beat milk and eggs together in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.

4. 4

   Stir into egg mixture until smooth.

5. 5

   Use your finger to cover the funnel hole; pour in 1 cup of batter. Starting in the center of the skillet, remove your finger and move the funnel in a swirling motion to make a 6- or 7-inch round.

6. 6

   Fry in hot oil until bottom is golden brown; flip and continue cooking until golden brown all over, about 1 minute per side.

7. 7

   Drain on paper towels. Continue cooking remaining batter.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.