Low Fat Classic Funnel Cake
Get ready to indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Classic Funnel Cake, a lighter twist on the beloved fairground treat! This recipe keeps all the crisp, golden goodness of traditional funnel cakes but uses simple swaps like skim milk, egg whites, and non-stick cooking spray to significantly cut down on fat without sacrificing flavor. A dash of cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch to the batter, while a delicate dusting of powdered sugar finishes it off with the perfect hint of sweetness. Quick to prepare and made entirely stovetop, this healthier dessert comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the ideal choice for a fun, crowd-pleasing treat at home. Perfectly crispy, irresistibly fluffy, and satisfying in every bite, this low-fat version proves that indulging doesn’t have to mean breaking your diet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large egg white
- 0.75 cup skim milk
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- non-stick cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Add skim milk, vanilla extract, and sugar, and whisk until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring continuously until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter into a large squeeze bottle or a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip, ensuring easy pouring.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and generously spray with non-stick cooking spray.
Squeeze the batter into the pan in a circular pattern, crossing over the batter lines to form a classic funnel cake design.
Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until the funnel cake is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels to soak up excess oil. Repeat with remaining batter.
Dust each funnel cake with powdered sugar just before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your low-fat rendition of a classic funnel cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
