Beignets Recipe
House – made (6ea) served w / Orange Glaze
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Ingredients
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Dough
Orange Glaze
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water (110°F to 115°F) with the active dry yeast and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and melted unsalted butter together. Once the yeast has activated, add it to the wet ingredients.
- 4
Form the Dough
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes on a floured surface until smooth.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Frying and Glazing
- 6
Prepare the Oil
In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Use enough oil to submerge the beignets completely.
- 7
Shape the Beignets
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut the dough into squares (about 2 inches by 2 inches).
- 8
Fry the Beignets
Carefully drop the squares into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Make the Orange Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and well combined.
- 10
Glaze the Beignets
Once the beignets are slightly cooled, dip them in the orange glaze, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.