French Beignets
Transport your taste buds straight to a cozy Parisian café with these irresistible French Beignets! Light, pillowy, and perfectly golden, these deep-fried delights are a classic New Orleans and French bakery treat that's as fun to make as they are to eat. With a fluffy yeast-risen dough kissed with hints of butter and a generous dusting of powdered sugar, every bite delivers a soft, airy texture and just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you're hosting a brunch or craving an indulgent afternoon snack, these beignets are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Plus, they come together with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and eggs, making them both easy and accessible for home bakers. Serve warm with a steaming cup of coffee or hot chocolate for an authentic experience that will satisfy your sweet tooth and elevate your dessert game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Dry yeast
- 0.75 cups Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 whole Eggs
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cups Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the dry yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes bubbly and foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and the activated yeast mixture to the flour mixture. Stir everything together until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut the dough into 2-3 inch squares using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter. Alternatively, use a round cutter for circular beignets.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 360°F (182°C).
Carefully drop a few pieces of dough into the hot oil, frying them in batches. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up.
Remove the beignets with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
While still warm, generously dust the beignets with powdered sugar.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade French beignets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 984.3 g | 1262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.6 g | 788% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 402.5 g | 146% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 535 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
