Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade New Orleans-style beignets. These fluffy pastries, generously dusted with powdered sugar, transport you straight to the vibrant streets of the French Quarter. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special brunch gathering, this easy recipe is a must-try for both beginner and seasoned bakers alike.
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 (for dusting)
Instructions
- Warm the water and milk in a microwave or saucepan until just warm.
- Mix in granulated sugar and sprinkle yeast on top; let it foam for about 15 minutes.
- Add beaten egg, salt, and softened butter to the mixture; stir in flour gradually until combined into a thick batter.
- Knead gently on a floured surface, shape into a ball, place 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 the dough and cut into squares.
- Fry beignet squares until golden brown on both sides (1–2 minutes each); drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (50g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg