Description
French Beignets are light, airy dough pillows fried to perfection and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these classic French treats are a delightful way to enjoy a taste of Paris at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Transfer dough to a mixing bowl. Beat in eggs one at a time using a mixer until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil, frying a few at a time to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry each beignet for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden and puffed up.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust warm beignets generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a twist, serve with chocolate sauce, raspberry jam, or a coffee glaze.
- You can refrigerate dough for up to 24 hours before frying.
- Best enjoyed fresh and warm for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: French beignets, powdered sugar beignets, choux pastry beignets, homemade doughnuts, Paris cafe pastry, fried dessert