Beignets are deep-fried, soft, square pastries that are served warm with powdered sugar. This is a traditional New Orleans-style beignet recipe that's easy to make and can't be beat! Grab a café au lait and you're set!
Ingredients
- 1 package active dry yeast , .25 ounce
- 1.5 cups warm water , 110 degrees F/45 degrees C
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 0.5 cups white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 7 cups all-purpose flour , divided
- 0.25 cups shortening
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
- 0.25 cups confectioners' sugar
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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Dissolve yeast in warm water. Pour into a large bowl and stir in evaporated milk, white sugar, eggs, and salt. Add 4 cups flour and beat until smooth.
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3
Mix in shortening. Mix in remaining 3 cups flour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
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Roll dough out on floured surface to 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.
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Heat oil in a deep pot to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry beignets in batches until browned and puffed. (If beignets sink and do not pop up, oil is not hot enough.) Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Shake confectioners' sugar over hot beignets. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
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