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Delicious Vanilla French Beignets Recipe | Authentic & Easy to Make

Delicious Vanilla French Beignets Recipe | Authentic & Easy to Make

These Vanilla French Beignets are classic, lightly sweetened doughnuts that are soft, airy, and dusted with powdered sugar. With a hint of vanilla and an authentic texture, they’re easy to make and even easier to eat!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 beignets 1x

Ingredients

Scale

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast

1/2 cup warm water (110°F)

1/2 cup warm milk

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp salt

Vegetable oil, for frying

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, milk, butter, and vanilla.

3. Add in yeast mixture and mix until dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.

4. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).

5. Punch down dough and roll out on floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.

6. Cut into 2- to 3-inch squares or rounds. Let rest 15 minutes.

7. Heat oil in deep pan to 350°F. Fry beignets in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute per side.

8. Drain on paper towels. Dust heavily with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

• Add a touch of lemon zest or cinnamon for flavor variation.

• These are best fresh but can be reheated in a toaster oven.

• Use a thermometer to keep oil temp steady for even frying.

  • Author: Mila Bryn
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour rise)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Fried
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 beignet
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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