Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making New Orleans-Style Beignets, a treat that captures the essence of the French Quarter. These fluffy pastries, dusted generously with powdered sugar, are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any festive occasion. With their warm, pillowy texture and sweet flavor, they are adored by both kids and adults alike. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can create a batch that will impress your guests and bring a taste of Louisiana to your home.
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 egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Oil for frying (peanut or vegetable oil)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Warm water and milk in a microwave-safe bowl until warm but not hot.
- Whisk in sugar and sprinkle yeast; let sit until foamy.
- Mix in beaten egg, salt, butter, and flour until combined.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface; fold gently into a ball and place in an oiled bowl.
- Cover and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1.5 to 2 hours).
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 370°F.
- Roll out dough and cut into squares; fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Dust with powdered sugar while warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (35g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg