Funnel cake (Schmalzgebäck)

Instructions

1. Mix the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a bowl.
2. In another bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk, melted butter and vanilla.
3. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry until you have a smooth, lump-free, runny batter.
4. Heat frying oil to 180 °C in a deep pan.
5. Pour the batter into a funnel or squeeze bottle, letting it drizzle in a spiral into the oil.
6. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden.
7. Drain on kitchen paper and dust with icing sugar and cinnamon.