Vanilla French Beignets Recipe
Indulge in classic French Beignets with a hint of vanilla. This recipe creates light, fluffy doughnuts, fried to golden perfection and dusted with powdered sugar. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these beignets are a treat the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes (includes rise time)
- Yield: 24 beignets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water, let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix in evaporated milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Gradually add flour and salt, kneading to form a smooth dough.
- Let the dough rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into squares.
- Heat oil to 375°F, fry beignets until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh and warm. Serve with a side of coffee or hot chocolate for a classic French café experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, reheating before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
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