Description
Delight in fluffy, warm Vanilla French Beignets that transport you to a quaint café in New Orleans. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract together until fully combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until a dough forms.
- In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully scoop spoonfuls of dough and drop them into the hot oil, frying in small batches.
- Fry each beignet until they turn golden brown, typically about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Once cooked, remove and drain on paper towels, then generously dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious beignets!
Notes
For variations, consider adding lemon zest, chocolate chips, or flavored extracts. Serve with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a rich chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: beignets, vanilla beignets, French pastries, breakfast, dessert