Beignets are deep-fried, soft, donut-like 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!
Prep Time::30 mins
Cook Time::30 mins
Additional Time:: 2 hrs
Total Time:: 3 hrs
Servings::10
Ingredients
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 cup evaporated milk
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
7 cups all-purpose flour, divided
¼ cup shortening
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
Directions
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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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!
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Editor's Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.