Description
Indulge in the taste of New Orleans with these delightful New Orleans-style beignets. These fluffy, sweet pastries are an irresistible treat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a special dessert. Coated in powdered sugar, each bite melts in your mouth and transports you straight to the vibrant French Quarter. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, these beignets capture the essence of Southern comfort food and are sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them fresh out of the fryer alongside coffee for a cozy morning experience or serve them at your next gathering for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 quart peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Warm the water and milk until slightly hot (not boiling).
- Combine warm liquid with sugar and sprinkle yeast; let it activate for about 15 minutes until foamy.
- Mix in beaten egg, salt, softened butter, and flour until a thick dough forms.
- Knead gently on a floured surface; place in an oiled bowl and cover to rise until doubled (about 1.5 to 2 hours).
- Heat oil to 370°F in a Dutch oven.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and cut into squares.
- Fry squares in batches until golden brown (about 1-2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun/Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: <10mg