Café Beignets Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Dough

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, warm the milk and melt the butter. Add the milk mixture and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

2. 2

   Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3. 3

   Roll and Cut

   After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into squares or rectangles.

4. 4

   Fry the Beignets

   Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the beignets in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Serve

   Dust the warm beignets with powdered sugar and serve with marmalade on the side.