Vida Recetas Editorial
Discover the pleasure of pastries with this homemade beignets recipe, a classic of French cuisine that has won over palates worldwide. Originating from New Orleans, these squares of fried dough are light, fluffy, and generously covered with powdered sugar. Although they are often associated with breakfast or brunch, they are perfect as dessert or to accompany an afternoon coffee.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a simple preparation, without the need for special utensils or complicated techniques. With basic ingredients like flour, yeast, milk, and egg, you will get a dough that fries in minutes until golden and crispy on the outside, but soft and airy on the inside.
There are variants of this pastry in different cultures: churros in Spain, zeppole in Italy, or sopaipillas in Latin America. However, beignets stand out for their square shape and unique texture. Go ahead and make them at home and surprise your family with a sweet bite that evokes tradition and flavor.
Prep
60 min
Servings
20
In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a separate bowl, heat the milk in the microwave until warm, then add it to the yeast mixture along with the egg and salt. Stir well.
Gradually add the flour and softened butter to the mixture. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut it into 2-inch squares.
Carefully drop a few beignets at a time into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Dust the warm beignets generously with powdered sugar.
Serve your homemade beignets fresh and enjoy!
Tip: Be sure to serve them while they are still warm for the best experience!
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 20 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
