Description
Indulge in the delightful Vanilla French Beignets Recipe, a sweet treat that brings a taste of New Orleans into your home. These light and fluffy pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, dusted with powdered sugar to create a mouthwatering experience. With their unique vanilla flavor and airy texture, these beignets are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Simple to prepare, this recipe will have you frying up delicious beignets in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Whisk in the remaining granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter until well combined.
- Gradually add flour while mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with plastic wrap or a damp cloth. Let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into squares or rectangles measuring about 2-3 inches.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry beignets in small batches for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove using a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and dust generously with powdered sugar before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cinnamon into the dough. Be creative with toppings; try drizzling chocolate sauce or serving with fresh fruit.