Description

If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up in a quaint French café with the aroma of freshly fried dough and sugar dust in the air, this recipe is your invitation.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

¾ cup warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)

¼ cup granulated sugar

½ teaspoon salt

1 egg

½ cup whole milk (warm)

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2: Make the Dough

Add milk, egg, salt, and softened butter. Gradually mix in flour until the dough forms. Knead until smooth (about 5–8 minutes by hand or 3–5 minutes in a mixer).

Step 3: Let It Rise

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 4: Roll and Cut

Punch down the dough. Roll it out on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into 2–3-inch squares using a sharp knife or dough cutter.

Step 5: Heat Oil

In a deep pan, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry a few beignets at a time until golden brown on each side (about 1 minute per side).

Step 6: Drain and Dust

Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried beignets to a paper towel-lined plate. Once slightly cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar.

Notes

Make sure your yeast is active—foaming in warm water is a good sign
Don’t overwork the dough; gentle kneading is best
Allow enough rise time; underproofed dough won’t puff properly

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 15
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 16–20 beignets
Calories: 210
Sugar: 6g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g

Keywords: The Royal Bakery Box