Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making New Orleans-Style Beignets right in your kitchen. These fluffy pastries, reminiscent of the vibrant French Quarter, are beautifully dusted with powdered sugar and boast a warm, comforting flavor that makes them perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a sweet breakfast treat or a festive dessert, these beignets are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be able to create these irresistible bites that encapsulate the spirit of New Orleans.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large beaten egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Warm the water and milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in sugar and yeast; let it foam for about 15 minutes.
- Add the beaten egg, salt, and softened butter to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in flour until you achieve a thick batter-like consistency.
- Knead gently on a floured surface, then place in an oiled bowl to rise for about 1.5 to 2 hours until doubled.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and cut into squares.
- Heat oil to 370°F in a Dutch oven and fry the dough squares until golden brown on both sides.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 beignets (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg