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New Orleans Beignets Recipe

Inspired by Toast! All Day
Time2h 30m
Serves12

Lightly dusted with powdered sugar

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Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

1

Prepare the Yeast

In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2

Mix Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter. Add the yeast mixture and the milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.

3

Knead the Dough

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4

Let it Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

5

Shape the Beignets

Once risen, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares.

6

Fry the Beignets

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the beignet squares in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.

7

Dust with Powdered Sugar

Remove the beignets from the oil and drain on paper towels. While still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar.

8

Serve

Serve the beignets warm with extra powdered sugar on the side.