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Vanilla French Beignets

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Indulge in soft, pillowy Vanilla French Beignets that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup whole milk (warmed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • Oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. In another bowl, combine the warmed milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until well blended.
  3. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth (about 5 minutes).
  5. Cover the dough and let it rise until it doubles in size (about 1 hour).
  6. Fry the dough in hot oil until golden brown and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Experiment with adding lemon zest or almond extract for unique flavor variations.

  • Author: Benjamin Scott
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg