Description
These classic French vanilla beignets are light, fluffy, and coated in powdered sugar—perfect for breakfast or brunch with a warm, comforting feel.
Ingredients
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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2¼ tsp active dry yeast
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¾ cup warm whole milk
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 egg, room temperature
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp salt
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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Proof yeast in warm milk with 1 tsp sugar. Let foam.
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Mix flour, sugar, salt in a bowl. Add yeast mixture, egg, and vanilla. Mix to form dough.
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Add butter and knead until smooth. Let rise 1–1.5 hours.
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Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into 2½-inch squares.
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Let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
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Fry in 350°F oil until golden, 1 minute per side.
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Drain and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated. Serve with jam, whipped cream, or dipping sauces for extra fun.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Cuisine: French, Café Style
Nutrition
- Calories: ~190 per beignet