Description
Indulge in the warm, fluffy delight of Vanilla French Beignets! These sweet pastries are perfect for brightening any day, whether you’re enjoying them at a cozy brunch or as a delightful dessert. With a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior, each bite is a burst of vanilla flavor that will leave you wanting more. Best of all, this recipe is simple to follow, making it easy for anyone to whip up these delectable treats at home. Dust them generously with powdered sugar for that classic finish, or get creative with various toppings and fillings. Get ready to bring joy to your kitchen with these irresistible beignets!
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk and active dry yeast; let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center; add yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir until sticky dough forms; knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (1-1.5 hours).
- Roll out dough to ½-inch thickness; cut into squares (2×2 inches).
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F; fry beignets until golden brown (1-2 minutes per side).
- Dust with powdered sugar while warm and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg