Gluten Free Funnel Cakes

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time20 min

Golden, crispy, and unmistakably fair-worthy, this funnel cake batter comes together fast with milk, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla whisked into a thin, pourable batter. Drizzling it into hot oil in lacy, overlapping circles is the fun part — you get that signature web of crispy ridges and tender pockets in every piece. Fried until deep golden on both sides and finished with a heavy dusting of powdered sugar, it's got that classic carnival crunch-to-fluff contrast people crave. Best of all, it's ready to eat straight off the rack, no waiting around, no fancy equipment beyond a funnel or squeeze bottle. This one's a great pick for a gluten free treat that still delivers the full fairground experience.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 cups all-purpose flour
King Arthur Baking Company Gluten-Free Measure For Measure Flour Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour Pillsbury Best Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend - 24 Oz Bob's Red Mill Baking Flour, 1 to 1, Gluten Free King Arthur Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 ½ cups milk
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp white vinegar
4 cups vegetable oil, for frying

For serving

¼ cup powdered sugar, for serving

Instructions

1
Pour the vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C) on a deep-fry or candy thermometer.
2
While the oil heats, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until combined.

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