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Vanilla French Beignets [120 Minutes]
Experience the magic of Vanilla French Beignets, a delectable twist on the classic fried dough, dusted with powdered sugar.
Equipment
- deep fryer
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- wooden spoon
- rolling pin
- pizza cutter
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk about 110°F
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- vegetable oil for frying
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and let it rise for 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out to ¼ inch thickness. Cut into 2x2 inch squares.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 360°F.
- Fry the beignets in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
- Allow the beignets to cool slightly on a wire rack if not served immediately.
Notes
Maintain the correct oil temperature to avoid burning or greasiness. For proofing, use a warm oven with hot water for optimal rising.
Nutrition
Serving: 1beignetCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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