Vanilla French Beignets
Delicious light and fluffy pastries that are perfect for breakfast or dessert, enhanced with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk Warm milk for yeast activation.
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil for frying Enough to fill the pan for deep frying.
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine warm milk and yeast in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter.
- Mix until a dough forms, then knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into squares.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the beignets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
These beignets are best served warm and can be paired with coffee or tea. They can also be filled with chocolate or flavored with vanilla extract or citrus zest for variation.