Description
Indulge in these delightful Vanilla French Beignets, a classic fried pastry that makes for a sweet breakfast treat or dessert. Light and airy, these powdered sugar-dusted beignets are a comforting delight with a hint of vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
For Frying and Serving:
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add eggs, vanilla extract, softened butter, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead and Rise: Knead the dough by hand or with a dough hook for 6-8 minutes until smooth. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll and Fry: Roll out the dough on a floured surface, cut into squares, and fry in hot oil for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed.
- Dust and Serve: Drain the fried beignets on paper towels, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
- Beignets are best enjoyed fresh.
- You can refrigerate the dough overnight before frying.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
