Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of these homemade Vanilla French Beignets. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar, they are a classic treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Additional:
- vegetable oil for frying
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar; let sit until foamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Whisk sugar, eggs, milk, salt, and vanilla; add yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour to form a dough. Knead in butter.
- Rise Dough: Let dough rise until doubled in size.
- Shape and Fry: Roll out dough, cut into squares, let rise again, then fry in oil until golden brown.
- Finish: Drain, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh.
- Try with vanilla glaze or raspberry jam.
- Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated after first rise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
