Vanilla French Beignets Recipe
This Vanilla French Beignets recipe creates light, fluffy pastries infused with vanilla. The golden brown beignets are perfect for breakfast or dessert. Easy to make, they are ideal with a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for anyone craving a sweet, indulgent French pastry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including rise time)
- Yield: 24 beignets 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in warm water with sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Add salt, eggs, milk, butter, vanilla, and flour. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Let dough rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot. Fry dough squares until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Beignets are best served fresh and warm.
- You can also drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
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