Description
Glazed Buttermilk Beignets offer a perfect balance of a crunchy exterior and a soft, airy interior, enhanced by a subtle tang from buttermilk and finished with a smooth, glossy powdered sugar glaze. Ideal as a breakfast treat, dessert, or snack, this recipe combines simple ingredients for a rich, authentic flavor and an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or water
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry until the dough forms, then knead gently for a few minutes until soft and pliable.
- Rest and Chill: Cover the dough with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to relax the dough and make it easier to handle.
- Roll and Cut: On a floured surface, roll the dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Use a square or circular cutter to cut uniform shapes for even frying.
- Fry Until Golden: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry beignets in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.
- Drain and Glaze: Remove beignets with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, then while still warm, dip each into a smooth powdered sugar glaze, coating fully for a glossy finish.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature at about 350°F for optimal puff and crispness without excess oil absorption.
- Handle dough gently and avoid over-kneading to keep beignets tender.
- Use fresh baking powder and quality buttermilk for best rise and flavor.
- Apply glaze immediately after frying for best adherence and shine.
- Fry a test beignet first to check oil temperature and dough consistency before cooking the entire batch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: beignets, glazed beignets, buttermilk beignets, fried pastries, French dessert, sweet snack
