Indulgent Beignets Recipe
Experience the joy of homemade beignets—fluffy French pastries that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Dusted with powdered sugar, these treats are perfect for brunch or dessert. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they will disappear from your table in no time!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 beignets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk with active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Make Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and add yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter. Mix until combined.
- 3. Knead Dough: Transfer dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4. Let Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- 5. Shape Beignets: Roll out dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into squares.
- 6. Fry Beignets: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry dough pieces for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- 7. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Generously sprinkle powdered sugar over warm beignets before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 beignets (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg