Description
A delicious treat made from dough, fried until golden and dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then add milk and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut into squares and heat oil in a deep skillet.
- Fry the squares until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Can be served with chocolate or fruit sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Beignet Squares