Description
Fluffy Easy Homemade Beignets are delicious, deep-fried pastries that are light and airy, topped with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into squares or rectangles.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the dough pieces until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm for the best flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
- Experiment with different toppings like chocolate or fruit sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Fluffy Easy Homemade Beignets