Funnel Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Mix egg and milk.
2. 2
   Sift together all other ingredients and gradually add to the milk mixture; beat until batter is smooth. Heat deep oil to 375°.
3. 3
   Hold finger over the hole of a funnel, which has a hole dimension of 3/8 to 1/2-inch.
4. 4
   Fill funnel with batter.
5. 5
   Hold funnel as near surface of oil as possible, remove finger and drop batter into oil, using a circular movement from center outward to form a spiral cake, about 3-inches in diameter. It takes practice, remember to place finger on bottom of funnel as you form each cake.
6. 6
   Form as many in skillet as will float uncrowded.
7. 7
   Fry until cakes are puffy and golden brown, turning once.
8. 8
   Remove cakes with slotted spoon to a paper towel to drain. Sift lightly with powdered sugar with a little cinnamon added. Serve at once.