Description
Vanilla French Beignets are light, airy, and golden-fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar. With a hint of vanilla, these treats bring the charm of a Parisian café to your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet indulgence, this homemade recipe ensures fresh, delicious beignets every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm milk and sugar, then add yeast. Let sit until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1.5 hours.
- Roll out dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into 2×2-inch squares.
- Heat oil to 360°F and fry beignets in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not too hot to activate the yeast properly.
- Let the dough rise fully to achieve light, fluffy beignets.
- Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Deep-Fried
- Cuisine: French, New Orleans-Style