Vanilla French Beignets Recipe: Indulgent Treats for Home Chefs
Indulge in the delightful taste of Vanilla French Beignets, a classic pastry that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 beignets
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Cooking oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into hot oil, frying until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove beignets and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg