Description
Enjoy the fluffy, golden goodness of homemade beignets, lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these delightful pastries are best served warm alongside your favorite coffee or hot chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Ensure the melted butter is slightly cooled.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. A few lumps are okay; avoid overmixing.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until it forms a cohesive ball. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- After resting, roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into squares, about 2-3 inches in size, using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Place the cut squares on a floured baking sheet, ensuring they dont touch.
- In a deep pot or heavy-bottomed skillet, heat enough vegetable oil (about 2-3 inches deep) to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully drop a few beignet squares into the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to turn them halfway through.
- Remove the fried beignets and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat until all are fried.
- While warm, generously dust the beignets with powdered sugar.
- Serve the beignets warm, ideally with coffee or hot chocolate. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature is maintained for even frying.
- Feel free to experiment with flavors by adding spices or citrus zest to the dough.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes