Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Beignets, a classic treat originating from New Orleans. These fluffy, sweet pastries are generously dusted with powdered sugar, creating an irresistible combination that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk (or evaporated milk)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water, yeast, and half the sugar; set aside.
- Combine flour and salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix activated yeast with milk, vanilla, remaining sugar, and egg until smooth; gradually add half the flour mixture.
- Knead dough with a stand mixer or by hand: add remaining flour and butter until smooth.
- Allow dough to rise in an oiled bowl for at least 2 hours.
- Roll out dough, cut into squares, and fry in hot oil until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg