Description
Glazed Buttermilk Beignets are a delightful treat that are fluffy, sweet, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm buttermilk
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm buttermilk and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Stir in sugar, melted butter, and egg until combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–6 minutes, then place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll out dough to ½-inch thickness and cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry beignets in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2–3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dip warm beignets into the glaze and let set briefly.
- Serve warm and enjoy these fluffy, sweet treats!
Notes
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying to achieve the best texture.
- Beignets are best served fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg