Funnel Cake Waffle Bites Recipe
deep-fried Belgian waffle/strawberry sauce/powdered sugar
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Ingredients
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Funnel Cake Batter
Strawberry Sauce
Topping
Method
Funnel Cake Batter Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
- 2
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1.5 cups of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Strawberry Sauce Preparation
- 4
Prepare Strawberries
Wash and hull 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Cut them into small pieces.
- 5
Cook Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- 6
Cool Sauce
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Frying Waffle Bites
- 7
Heat Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat 3 cups of vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Fry Batter
Using a funnel or squeeze bottle, carefully pour the batter into the hot oil in a circular motion to create funnel cake shapes. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 9
Drain and Cool
Remove the fried funnel cake bites from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
Assembly and Serving
- 10
Plate the Waffle Bites
Arrange the warm funnel cake waffle bites on a serving plate.
- 11
Add Toppings
Drizzle the cooled strawberry sauce over the waffle bites and dust generously with powdered sugar.
- 12
Serve
Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your Funnel Cake Waffle Bites!
