Description
Savor the sweet joy of Buttermilk Beignets: A Deliciously Fluffy Recipe You Must Try. These soft, airy pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert any time of day. Made with simple ingredients and buttermilk for that extra touch of flavor and fluffiness, these beignets can be enjoyed plain with powdered sugar or dressed up with your favorite toppings like fruit preserves or chocolate sauce. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have a batch of these irresistible treats ready to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients to ensure a smooth process.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures carefully; do not overmix.
- Let the batter rest for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown (2–3 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg