| 1 | Source: dessert1.zip (you need a metal funnel to make these delicious pennsylvania dutch specialties. |
| 2 | ) about 1 quart - corn oil confectioners sugar stir together first 5 ingredients. |
| 3 | Mix egg and milk; add to flour mixture. |
| 4 | Stir until batter is smooth. |
| 5 | Pour oil into skillet (no more than 1/3 full). |
| 6 | Heat to 375 degrees. |
| 7 | An electric fry pan is excellent for this. |
| 8 | Holding forefinger over end of funnel, pour ?cup into funnel. |
| 9 | Place over hot oil and remove finger to let batter flow. |
| 10 | As batter flows, move funnel in a circle to form a spiral cake. |
| 11 | Fry, turning once, 2 minutes or until golden brown. |
| 12 | Drain and sprinkle with sugar. |
| 13 | Repeat. |
| 14 | Makes enough for 6 funnel cakes. |
| 15 | Note: instead of the sugar, try drizzling with a thin icing and sprinkle with chopped nuts |