Bugnes aka French Carnival Doughnuts / Beignets

Bugnes are a traditional French dessert often enjoyed during Carnival season, particularly in the regions of Lyon and Provence. They are known for their light and airy texture, as well as their unique twisted or diamond shapes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Bugnes aka French Carnival Doughnuts / Beignets

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: French Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₄ cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• as needed for frying Vegetable oil
• as needed for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add the milk and melted butter, then mix well.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth.
5. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium heat.
7. Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Cut the dough into strips or diamond shapes.
8. Fry the bugnes in batches until golden brown, turning them over halfway through cooking.
9. Remove the bugnes from the oil and drain on paper towels.
10. Dust the bugnes with powdered sugar before serving.
11. Enjoy your Bugnes aka French Carnival Doughnuts!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 10g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.