Vanilla French Beignets: Discover These Light Delights!
Vanilla French Beignets are light, fluffy pastries that are deep-fried to perfection and dusted with powdered sugar, offering a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 beignets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into squares or rectangles.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the beignets in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Beignets are best served fresh and warm.
- Experiment with different flavorings by adding citrus zest or spices to the dough.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg