Ingredients
2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
¾ cup warm water
¼ cup sugar
½ cup buttermilk
1 egg
3½ cups flour
2 tablespoons melted butter
Oil for frying
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
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Add buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and flour. Mix to form a soft dough.
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Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Roll out dough on a floured surface to ½-inch thickness. Cut into squares.
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Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry squares 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
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Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm beignets in glaze and place on wire rack to set.
Notes
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Substitute buttermilk with milk + 1 tbsp vinegar if needed.
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Glaze sticks best when beignets are still warm.
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Use a candy or frying thermometer to maintain proper oil temperature.
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Optional: Try flavor variations like chocolate glaze, lemon glaze, or cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Southern, New Orleans
- Diet: Vegetarian
