French Beignets: Easy Indulgence for Homemade Delights
French Beignets are delightful pastries that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a taste of French cuisine right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 beignets 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcrowd the fryer to ensure even cooking.
- For an extra treat, fill beignets with jam or cream before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: French Beignets, homemade desserts, pastries