Chef’s Nectar, “Funnel Cake”

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Ingredients for making the Funnel Cake

• 2 cups milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) melted butter
• Icing sugar, for topping

Method of making the Funnel Cake

1. Combine milk, egg, vanilla in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar and gradually add to wet ingredients.
2. Beat with a mixer until a smooth batter forms.
3. Fold in melted butter. Pour batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle while using your index finger to stop the flow of the batter.
4. Bring the funnel over the hot oil and release your finger to start a stream of batter while moving the funnel in a circular motion to create spiral-like shapes.
5. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffed. Sprinkle with icing sugar on top enjoy it with the choice of your favorite beverage.

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