Description
Powdered sugar-dusted classic New Orleans beignets bring French Quarter magic to home kitchens. Crisp pastry squares deliver sweet nostalgia with each delightful bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Eggs
- 3/4 cup Whole Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tbsps Granulated Sugar
- 2 tsps Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- Vegetable Oil for deep frying (enough to fill pot with about 2/3 inches of oil)
- 1/2 to 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Create a fluffy mixture by whisking flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Blend milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until perfectly smooth, then gently fold into the dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Sprinkle work surface with flour and delicately knead the dough 3-4 times, then roll to a quarter-inch thickness.
- Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, transform the dough into precise 2-inch square pillows.
- Prepare a deep pot with vegetable oil, heating to precisely 360°F for optimal frying conditions.
- Carefully lower beignet squares into the hot oil, working in small batches to maintain temperature consistency.
- Fry each side until achieving a rich, golden-brown color, approximately 1-2 minutes per batch.
- Transfer fried beignets onto absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- While still warm, generously coat the delicate pastries with a snow-like dusting of powdered sugar.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crisp texture, accompanied by a steaming café au lait.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is not overmixed to maintain a light, fluffy texture that’s characteristic of authentic New Orleans beignets.
- Use a candy thermometer to precisely monitor oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt pastries.
- Create gluten-free variations by substituting all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend for those with dietary restrictions.
- Control portion sizes by cutting smaller squares for bite-sized treats perfect for parties or snacking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg