Description
Vanilla French Beignets are light, airy, and pillowy fried dough squares dusted with powdered sugar. This classic French treat has a soft interior and crispy golden exterior, infused with delicate vanilla flavor. Perfect for homemade indulgence or brunch, they bring a touch of Parisian charm to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
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¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
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2 tsp active dry yeast
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
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1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk warm milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
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Slowly pour wet ingredients into dry, stirring until dough forms.
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Knead dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place about 1.5 hours until doubled.
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Punch down dough, roll out to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into 2×2 inch squares.
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Heat vegetable oil to 360°F (182°C) in a deep pot or fryer.
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Fry dough squares in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until puffed and golden. Drain on paper towels.
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Dust warm beignets with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Notes
Keep milk temperature around 110°F to activate yeast properly.
Maintain oil temperature for crisp, non-greasy beignets.
Add cinnamon or nutmeg to powdered sugar for flavor variations.
Dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight.
Freeze cooked beignets for up to a month; reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1.5 hours rising)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Frying, Kneading, Rising
- Cuisine: French