Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
- In another bowl, beat the egg, then add milk and vanilla extract.
- Slowly pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Batter should be thick but pourable.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a funnel or squeeze bottle, pour batter into hot oil in a swirling motion to create a lacy pattern.
- Fry each cake for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- Keep oil temperature steady to ensure even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan to prevent soggy cakes.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Deep frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg