Easy Pancake Mix Funnel Cakes

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Gather the ingredients.

2. Step 2

   Fill a 10-inch (or larger) heavy skillet halfway with the vegetable oil. Over medium heat, bring the oil to 350 F. 

3. Step 3

   Combine the pancake mix, sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Whisk in the water, a few tablespoons at a time, until desired consistency is achieved. It should be similar to a cake batter, not too runny but not too thick.

4. Step 4

   Transfer the batter to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4-inch-wide tip. Or use a plastic zip top bag with a small portion of the corner snipped off.

5. Step 5

   Working quickly, squeeze all of the batter in a circular motion into the hot oil, forming a large disk.

6. Step 6

   Cook about 1 minute, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute or until golden brown . Lift and remove from the oil using a large slotted spoon or spatula.

7. Step 7

   Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain off excess oil.

8. Step 8

   Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.