These French vanilla beignets are delightful, fluffy pastries that make for an easy dessert recipe. Coated in powdered sugar, they are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or serving at gatherings.
This recipe for homemade doughnuts is straightforward and requires minimal ingredients, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels.
Delicious French Pastry Beignets
These vanilla beignets are light and airy, with a subtle vanilla flavor that enhances their sweetness. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields about 12 beignets.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the Beignets: Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: While still warm, dust the beignets generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 beignets
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
