Bisquick Funnel Cake Recipe
Try this homemade Bisquick funnel cake recipe for your next celebration. Perfectly fried, golden treats just like the ones at your favorite carnival booth.
Servings: 6 funnel cakes
Calories: 221kcal
Equipment
- skillet
- large bowl
- Ziplock bag (you could also use a large squeeze bottle)
- tongs
- paper towels
Ingredients
- 2-4 cups vegetable oil for frying
Funnel Cake ingredients
- 2 cups Bisquick™ baking mix (see notes for DIY baking mix to make this using flour).
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
optional
- ½ tsp salt
Topping options
- powdered sugar
- whipped cream
- cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Pour enough vegetable oil in the skillet or pot until it reaches 2 to 3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350º F. Check the temperature with a candy thermometer or instant digital thermometer.
- Mix Bisquick, milk, eggs, vanilla extract (and salt, if using) in a large bowl until smooth. The mixture should have the smooth consistency of cake batter and is free of lumps.
Fry the funnel cakes
- Pour funnel cake mixture into a pastry bag or Ziplock bag and seal the top. If using a Ziplock bag, cut the tip from one edge of the bag (about 1/2"). Starting in the middle of the pan or pot, squeeze the batter in a circular motion by swirling the pancake batter mixture, creating ribbons of batter to create a 5-inch wide funnel cake.
- Let the funnel cake fry until the bottom of it is golden in color, about 1 minute, then use tongs or a spatula to carefully turn it over. Cook the other side until it is equally golden, about 45 seconds to 60 seconds.
- Use this same process to make the rest of the funnel cakes.
- Carefully remove cooked the funnel cakes with tongs and let rest on a paper-towel lined plate to wick away excess oil.
To serve
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or cinnamon sugar, or your favorite toppings, and serve warm.
Notes
- No Bisquick boxed pancake baking mix on hand? No problem!
- You can make Bisquick from scratch with our Bisquick homemade recipe to make the funnel cake recipe with pancake mix.
- Then keep it on hand to use with our many Bisquick recipes like our pie filling cherry cobbler, banana nut muffins Bisquick recipe, or oven fried chicken Bisquick recipe.
- Make your own Bisquick with my DIY baking mix recipe.
- Classic State Fair Swap: No Bisquick on hand? No problem. You can easily make this funnel cake recipe with pancake mix or any all-purpose baking mix. The result still captures that authentic state fair flavor—crispy edges, fluffy center, and all the nostalgia of your favorite carnival food.
- Gluten-Free Goodness: To make a gluten-free version, simply use Bisquick Gluten-Free Baking Mix or another gluten-free blend. The taste and texture stay remarkably close to the original, so everyone at the party can enjoy a crispy, sweet treat—no compromise necessary.
- Oreo-Stuffed Funnel Cake: Fold crushed Oreos into the batter before frying for an indulgent twist. Once fried, top with powdered sugar and a drizzle of caramel sauce for the ultimate dessert mashup that’s worthy of any fairground stand.
- Dairy-Free Carnival Treat: Need a dairy-free option? Use a non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk in place of regular milk. These funnel cakes still fry up golden and crisp, perfect with your favorite toppings—even without traditional dairy ingredients.
- You can keep leftover funnel cakes in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Then reheat in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds before serving.
- However, take note that they are best enjoyed the same day they are made.
- Frezzing: Let them cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, put them in the oven at 350ºF until warmed through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1funnel cake | Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 549mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1mg