Beignets

Beignets are deep-fried pastries, served warm with powdered sugar, a classic New Orleans treat.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 2

Total Time 3

Course Dessert

Cuisine New Orleans

Servings beignets

Calories 543 kcal

Equipment

deep pot

Ingredients

1 package active dry yeast (.25 ounce)
1.5 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 cup evaporated milk
0.5 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
7 cups all-purpose flour divided
0.25 cup shortening
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
0.25 cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Gather all ingredients.
Dissolve yeast in warm water. Pour into a large bowl and stir in evaporated milk, white sugar, eggs, and salt. Add 4 cups flour and beat until smooth.
Mix in shortening. Mix in remaining 3 cups flour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
Roll dough out on floured surface to ⅛-inch thick. Cut into 2 ½-inch squares.
Heat oil in a deep pot to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry beignets in batches until browned and puffed. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Shake confectioners' sugar over hot beignets. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Be sure to monitor the oil temperature for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1beignetCalories: 543kcalCarbohydrates: 83gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 277mgPotassium: 202mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 4mg

Keyword beignets, café au lait, fried pastries, New Orleans dessert, powdered sugar, traditional recipe