FRENCH BEIGNETS
These are not exactly the same as the traditional beignets made at Cafe DuMond in New Orleans. When all is said and done that doesn't really matter too much as they are delicious in themselves, no matter what they are. I think of them more as drops of French donuts that are very simple and easy to make. This is the recipe I had tried about 25 years ago and had lost the recipe, but I found it again recently at the Pillsbury website and was really happy about that. The dipping sauce is definitely not traditional, but an added touch of my own that I think really makes these shine. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Breads
Time 45m
Yield 5 dozen, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together the flour, sugar and salt.
- Place water and butter in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Add all of the flour mixture in the bowl, stirring briskly (it will come together like a ball); remove pan from heat.
- Using a large whisk, blend in eggs one at a time, until mixture is smooth and whites are well incorporated.
- Add the lemon zest and stir to blend.
- Heat enough oil to deep fry to a temp of 375F (at least several inches).
- Drop batter mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls into hot oil and cook 5-7 minutes, frequently turning beignets with chopsticks to cook all sides, and frying until nicely golden.
- Drain beignets on paper towels.
- When cool, dust with powdered sugar (if you dust them while they are too warm, the sugar will melt and get damp).
- Heat jam or jelly until melted using a small saucepan or microwave, stirring occasionally as it melts.
- Serve beignets with melted jam as a dipping sauce.
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Jacob Ghouri
[email protected]These beignets were delicious! I served them with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and they were a huge hit with my family.
Angie Kollie
[email protected]I've made beignets before, but this recipe was by far the easiest to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and the beignets turned out perfectly.
Murtaza Samejo
[email protected]These beignets were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar next time.
Magret Nashipai
[email protected]I'm not a fan of beignets, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The beignets were light and fluffy, and the powdered sugar coating was the perfect touch of sweetness.
Rasheed Zardari
[email protected]These beignets were amazing! They were the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I served them with a dipping sauce made with honey and cinnamon, and they were a huge hit.
Ankush Shumsher Kunwar
[email protected]I love beignets, and this recipe did not disappoint! The beignets were light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior. I will definitely be making these again.
Asiya Tijjani
[email protected]These beignets were a bit too eggy for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.
Zachary Blakeney
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my beignets turned out flat and dense. I'm going to try this recipe again, but I'll be sure to follow the instructions more carefully this time.
Essie
[email protected]These beignets were a lot of work to make, but they were worth it! They were absolutely delicious, and they were a big hit with my friends.
Nabatte
[email protected]The beignets were a bit greasy for my taste, but they were still tasty. I think I'll try frying them for a shorter amount of time next time.
MD Shahabuddin Talukder
[email protected]These beignets were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar next time.
Yadvinder Bawa
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of beignets, but these were surprisingly good! The dough was light and fluffy, and the powdered sugar coating was the perfect touch of sweetness.
Jade Coates
[email protected]These beignets are the perfect way to start your day! They're light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior. I love dipping them in coffee or hot chocolate.
Ibrahim Warraich
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making beignets at home, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The beignets were amazing, and they were so much easier to make than I thought they would be.
Yeasikul Shuhad
[email protected]These beignets were delicious! The dough was easy to work with, and the beignets fried up beautifully. I served them with powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream, and they were a huge hit with my family.
Afra Saiab
[email protected]I've made beignets before, but this recipe was by far the easiest to follow. The instructions were clear and concise, and the beignets turned out perfectly.
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[email protected]These beignets were a hit at my Mardi Gras party! They were light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior. The powdered sugar coating added the perfect touch of sweetness.