Delicious Vanilla French Beignets Recipe
Indulge in the delightful experience of making our Delicious Vanilla French Beignets. These airy, sweet pastries are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any special occasion. Infused with the warm essence of vanilla and dusted with powdered sugar, each bite melts in your mouth. The simple preparation process makes them accessible for bakers of all skill levels, while their versatility allows you to customize flavors or serve with various toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter; stir until sticky dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thick and cut into squares or triangles.
- Fry dough pieces in hot oil for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown; remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg