Easy Authentic Beignets
These Easy Authentic Beignets are golden, airy pillows of fried dough dusted in powdered sugar—just like the iconic treats from New Orleans’ French Quarter. Made with a simple overnight yeast dough, these beignets are perfect for brunch, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a classic Southern indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 beignets
- Category: Dessert, Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern, New Orleans
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2¼ teaspoons instant (or rapid-rise) yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Neutral oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
- Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
- Make Dough: Add eggs, oil, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth. Cover and refrigerate 4 to 18 hours.
- Roll and Cut: On a floured surface, roll dough to ¼-inch thick. Cut into 3-inch squares.
- Fry: Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F. Fry beignets in batches, flipping once, for about 3 minutes until golden.
- Drain and Dust: Transfer to paper towels. While warm, dust generously with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For stuffed beignets, pipe jam, Nutella, or cream cheese inside after frying.
- Add cinnamon to the powdered sugar for a warm spiced twist.
- Refrigerated dough can be stored for up to 2 days before frying.
- Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to refresh texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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