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Funnel Cake Bites – Sweet Easy Recipes for Quick Snacks

I don’t know about you, but something magical happens when I walk past the funnel cake stand at a county fair. There’s this sugary aroma that pulls you in like a magnet. Now, imagine bringing that fairground joy into your kitchen—without the ticket lines or overpriced lemonade. These Funnel Cake Bites pack all the golden, crispy, powdered sugar-covered goodness into bite-sized joy bombs. No deep-fryer drama. Just mix, scoop, sizzle, and smile. This is the kind of recipe that feels like cheating—in a good way. The batter comes together fast, and within minutes, you’ve got a tray of crispy pillows that are dangerously snackable. Whether it’s a lazy Saturday, a sleepover treat, or just a moment when your sweet tooth throws a tantrum, these little bites are the answer. Oh, and did I mention you can use your air fryer? Yup, no oil splatters or kitchen cleanup meltdowns. This is my go-to when I want something sweet and nostalgic without overthinking it. Let’s make snack-time great again—one funnel cake bite at a time.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer cookies easy recipes, air fryer desserts easy recipes, bread easy recipes, how to make donuts at home easy recipe, quick and easy recipes, quick evening snacks easy recipes, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
  2. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined—it’s okay if it’s a little lumpy.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat (about 350°F).
  4. Drop small spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, flipping once.
  5. Remove bites and drain on a paper towel.
  6. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve warm.