Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade New Orleans-style beignets, a treat that encapsulates the essence of the French Quarter. These fluffy, pillowy pastries are fried to golden perfection and generously dusted with powdered sugar, creating a sweet, heavenly bite that pairs wonderfully with coffee or can be enjoyed as a decadent dessert. Perfect for brunch gatherings or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, these beignets are both easy to make and hard to resist. Transport yourself to Louisiana with every bite of these classic treats!
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
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for kneading
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Oil for frying (peanut or vegetable)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Warm water and milk in a microwave-safe bowl until just below 100°F.
- Stir in sugar and sprinkle yeast; let sit for 15 minutes until foamy.
- Add beaten egg, salt, butter, and 2 cups of flour; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate remaining flour until dough reaches a thick consistency.
- Lightly flour a surface and fold dough gently; place in an oiled bowl covered with a towel to rise for about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven to 370°F while shaping the risen dough into squares.
- Fry squares in batches until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg