Description
These Air Fryer Funnel Cake Bites are a quick and easy dessert you can make in under 15 minutes using simple pantry ingredients. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar — all without the deep fryer. A healthier take on classic fair food that’s perfect for parties, snacks, or family nights. This recipe is a must-try if you’re looking for air fryer dessert ideas or carnival-style treats at home.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In another bowl, beat the egg, then mix in milk and vanilla.
3. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry and stir until just combined. Batter should be thick and scoopable.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes. Line the basket with parchment or silicone liners.
5. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter into the air fryer basket. Leave space between each scoop.
6. Air fry for 5–7 minutes until golden and puffed. Flip halfway through if needed.
7. Let cool slightly, then dust generously with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
This batter should be thicker than pancake batter for best results.
You can drizzle with caramel or melted chocolate for an extra treat.
Reheat leftovers at 350°F in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg