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Beignets (New Orleans Style)

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Classic New Orleans-style beignets that are soft, pillowy, fried to golden perfection, and generously dusted with powdered sugar. Best served warm with chocolate sauce or vanilla icing for an authentic café-style treat.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup warm water (105°–110°F)
  • 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 4–8 cups vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • Chocolate sauce, for serving
  • Vanilla icing, for serving

Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar in a bowl; let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Whisk in remaining sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until dough forms. Knead in melted butter until dough is soft and elastic, adding more flour if needed.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1½–2 hours until doubled.
  5. Roll dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness; cut into 2-inch squares.
  6. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry dough squares in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and puffed.
  8. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  9. Dust generously with powdered sugar while warm.
  10. Serve immediately with chocolate sauce and vanilla icing.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored 1 day in an airtight container.
  • Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–7 minutes; avoid microwaving.
  • For filled versions, add Nutella, pastry cream, or jam before frying.
  • For spiced beignets, mix cinnamon into the powdered sugar.
  • For a lighter option, bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes instead of frying.

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