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The Ultimate Beignet Recipe

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 Pack of instant yeast or active dry yeast
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar To Taste

Instructions
 

  • Warm the milk to 116°F and add brown sugar and butter.
  • Sprinkle the yeast over and let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
  • In a large bowl, combine flour and kosher salt.
  • Mix in the yeast mixture, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Blend until a dough forms.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

  • Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
  • Cut into squares or rectangles.
  • Heat oil to 375°F.Fry the beignets until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  • Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and dust generously with powdered sugar.
  • Serve warm and indulge in the delightful combination of flavors and textures.
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