Description
Experience the magic of New Orleans with these homemade New Orleans-Style Beignets. These light and fluffy pastries, generously dusted with powdered sugar, are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. With their airy texture and sweet flavor, they bring a taste of the French Quarter right to your kitchen. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or indulging in a cozy snack, these beignets will impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, this classic recipe is sure to become a favorite!
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
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Warm the water and milk until slightly hot (under 100°F). Mix in sugar and sprinkle yeast; let it foam for about 15 minutes.
- Add beaten egg, softened butter, salt, and flour. Mix until combined.
- Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth and shape into a disc. Let rise in an oiled bowl for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Roll out dough to about ¼ inch thick; cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 370°F. Fry beignet squares until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and 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 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg