Delicious Beignets: Indulgent Treats for Your Homemade Café
Enjoy the soft, fluffy goodness of homemade beignets, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, and melted butter.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into squares and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the squares until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, then dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding vanilla extract to the dough.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Beignets, homemade, café, desserts, indulgent treats