Jul 13 2026
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Beignets Recipe

Inspired by Itta Bena Restaurant
Time2h
Serves12

Chocolate Ganache, Crème Anglaise

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Ingredients

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Beignet Dough

Chocolate Ganache

Crème Anglaise

Method

Beignet Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Step 1: Prepare the Dough

    In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter until warm. In a large bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm milk mixture. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Mix Ingredients

    In the same bowl, add the eggs, vanilla, flour, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Knead and Rise

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Shape the Beignets

    Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick and cut into squares. Let rise for another 30 minutes.

Frying Beignets

  1. 5

    Step 5: Fry the Beignets

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the dough squares until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

Chocolate Ganache Preparation

  1. 6

    Step 6: Prepare the Ganache

    In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just boiling. Pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth.

Crème Anglaise Preparation

  1. 7

    Step 7: Prepare the Crème Anglaise

    In a saucepan, heat the cream and milk with sugar and vanilla until warm. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks, then slowly add the warm mixture while whisking. Return to the saucepan and cook on low heat until thickened.

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