New Orleans Beignets
New Orleans Beignets Beignets are the quintessential Big Easy breakfast bite, perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras or any time you crave authentic Creole cooking. We’ll show you how to make New Orleans-style beignets from scratch and bring the flavors of the French Quarter home. New Orleans Beignets New Orleans Beignets Makes 3 dozen small beignets Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 2 hours Ingredients 3 cups (14 oz) flour 1½ teaspoons kosher salt 1 package instant yeast or active dry yeast (if using active dry yeast, see Chef’s Tip below) 1 cup milk 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 2 Tablespoons butter 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Oil for frying Powdered sugar, to taste Preparation In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and instant yeast (if using active dry yeast, see Chef’s Tip below). Heat the milk until scalding. It should just begin to steam, but not boil (about 180°F/82°C). Combine the sugar butter and butter in a large mixing bowl. Pour the steaming milk over the top and stir...