Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade buttermilk beignets, perfect for any occasion. These fluffy, golden pastries are light and airy, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
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
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a slotted spoon to drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Remove from oil and let drain on a cooling rack. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg