Description
Experience the irresistible charm of New Orleans with these delightful New Orleans-Style Beignets. Fluffy and sweet, these deep-fried pastries are dusted with powdered sugar and evoke the spirit of the French Quarter in every bite. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, they’re easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Peanut or vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Warm water and milk in a bowl, then whisk in sugar and sprinkle with yeast. Let it sit until foamy.
- Mix in the egg, butter, salt, and 2 cups of flour until smooth; gradually add remaining flour to form a thick dough.
- Knead the dough briefly on a floured surface, place it in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1.5 to 2 hours).
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 370°F. Roll out dough into a rectangle and cut into squares.
- Fry squares in batches until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side) and drain on paper towels.
- Dust warm beignets generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 beignets (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg