Description
Delightful and easy vanilla French beignets, perfect for a cozy treat on lazy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Let the batter rest for a few minutes while you heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm before serving.
Notes
For an egg-free version, substitute each egg with 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce. Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: beignets, dessert, easy recipe, French, comfort food