Vanilla French Beignets Delight (Print-Friendly Version)
Airy French beignets flavored with vanilla and dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet, light treat.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/4 ounce active dry yeast (approximately 2 1/4 teaspoons)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
→ For Frying and Finishing
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Vegetable oil, for deep frying
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let the mixture stand for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
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Whisk in the remaining granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, salt, and melted unsalted butter into the foamy yeast mixture until fully incorporated.
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Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing continuously until a soft dough forms. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and allow it to rise in a warm environment for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
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Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to approximately 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into 2 to 3 inch squares or rectangles.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the cut dough pieces in small batches for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they are golden brown and puffed.
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Remove the beignets with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and dust generously with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast.
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Do not overcrowd the fryer to maintain oil temperature and achieve even cooking.