Vanilla-Scented Beignets
Beignets are a popular pastry in New Orleans, often enjoyed with a cup of café au lait.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 2 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the beignets from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Dust the beignets with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17g27%
- Total Carbohydrate 29g10%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.