Beignet Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This beignet recipe delivers the classic sweet flavor and soft texture of the NOLA favorite in an easy recipe that anyone can make. It's a tasty trip to The Big Easy in every bite.

Prep Time20

Cook Time2

Rise Time / Cool Time2

Total Time2 22

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: French

Keyword: Beignet Recipe, Beignets

Servings:

Calories: 114kcal

Author: Ryan Allen

Ingredients

2 cups warm buttermilk
1 tbsp yeast disolved in the buttermilk
6 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp granulated sugar
4 cups all purpose flour

Instructions

Microwave the buttermilk just long enough to warm it up. Pour the yeast into the buttermilk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
Add the mixture to the bowl of a stand mixture. Next, add in vegetable oil, egg, baking powder, salt, and suger. Mix until the ingredients are combined. Slowly add in the flour one cup at a time. Mix until the dough looks smooth and glossy.
Spray the inside of a glass bowl and one side of a piece of plastic wrap with cooking spray. Transfer the dough to the prepared bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let the dough rise for 2 hours.
Push the dough down and refrigerate overnight.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator let it sit for 10-15 mins.
While the dough is warming up start heating the oil. (I prefer to use a frying pan with higher sides, I also use vegetable oil.) Pour about 2-3 inches into your pan. Heat the oil to 350°-375℉.
Line a plate with several paper towels and set aside.
Lightly dust a clean flat surface with flour. Separate the dough into two pieces. Place one piece of dough onto the prepared surface and roll it out until it is about about ¼ of an inch thick. Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into squares that are about 3 inches x 3 inches.
Carefully place the dough in the oil for 1-2 minutes until it starts to turn golden brown. Remove the scone and place it on the prepared plate.
Serve and Enjoy!

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