Vanilla French Beignets
Delicious and fluffy Vanilla French Beignets, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Equipment
- large bowl
- Wooden Spoon
- Rolling Pin
- deep fryer or large pot
- Candy Thermometer
- slotted spoon
- wire rack
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk about 110°F
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 inches vegetable oil for frying
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring until a dough begins to form.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to about ¼ inch thickness. Cut into 2x2 inch squares.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to 360°F.
- Fry the beignets in batches for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
- Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack if not served immediately.
Notes
Maintaining the correct oil temperature is key. Place dough in a warm spot to rise effectively.
Nutrition
Serving: 1beignetCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 99mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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