Activate the yeast
1
Dissolve one package of yeast in warm water. Add one tablespoon of sugar. Allow the yeast to sit for 10 minutes to activate.
Heat milk and butter
2
Heat 1/4 cup of milk and three tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
Combine dry ingredients
Combine 2 1/2 cups of flour and two tablespoons of sugar.
3
Mix the dough
4
Mix the yeast with flour, one egg yolk and one teaspoon vanilla. Allow the dough to rise for one hour.
Cut into strips
5
Cut the dough into 2 x 3-inch strips.
Fry the beignets
6
Heat 2-3 inches of oil over medium heat. Place 3-4 dough strips at a time into the hot oil and fry for 45 seconds on each side.
Eat and enjoy!
7
Strain the beignets from the hot oil and place them on a layer of paper towels to drain. Serve hot with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
Fat
Cholesterol
Calories
Carbohydrates
Protein
262kcal
40 g
6 g
8.5 g
23 mg
Serving: 1 beignet
Fat
8.5 mg
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