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 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients. Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) in a heavy skillet.
2. Beat milk and eggs together in a large bowl.
3. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
4. Stir into egg mixture until smooth.
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. Fry in hot oil until bottom is golden brown; flip funnel cake and continue cooking until golden brown all over, about 1 minute per side.
7. Drain on paper towels. Continue cooking remaining batter.
8. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.