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Vanilla French Beignets Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 12 beignets 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these delicious Vanilla French Beignets, a classic treat that is perfect for breakfast or dessert. These fluffy pastries are fried to golden perfection and dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1 cup warm water (around 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil

For Dusting:

  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Add egg, evaporated milk, vanilla, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour and salt until a dough forms.
  3. Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Fry: Roll out the dough, cut into squares, and fry in hot oil until golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Be sure to monitor the oil temperature while frying to ensure even cooking.
  • You can customize these beignets by adding cinnamon or lemon zest to the dough for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 beignet
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg