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Make Amazing Vanilla French Beignets For Breakfast

Make Amazing Vanilla French Beignets For Breakfast
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Craving a special breakfast treat? These Vanilla French Beignets are light, crisp on the outside, and soft inside, dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for a breakfast that feels like a bakery experience. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they’re ideal for morning coffee or family time. Freeze for later convenience!

Ingredients

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1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
1/4 ounce active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon non-alcoholic vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk in egg, non-alcoholic vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until dough is shaggy. Knead in remaining flour until just combined (avoid overmixing).
Rest the Dough: Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30-40 minutes until doubled in size.
Shape the Beignets: Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Use a 2-inch round cutter to stamp out dough rounds.
Deep Fry: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry beignets in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on wire rack.
Dust with Sugar: While still warm, toss in powdered sugar until fully coated.

Notes

Gluten-Free Option: Substitute 1/4 cup milk for an equal amount of potato starch blended with 1/4 cup water.
Spice It Up: Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg to the sugar for extra flavor.
Storage: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked dough for up to 1 month.

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