Description
These Vanilla French Beignets are soft, pillowy, lightly sweetened fried pastries dusted generously with powdered sugar. Perfect for a café-style breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk (105–115°F)
- 1/4 ounce active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Whisk in the egg, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 4–5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough and roll it out to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into squares or desired shapes.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry beignets in batches until golden, about 1 minute per side.
- Drain on paper towels and dust generously with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Fry
- Cuisine: French