Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Buttermilk Beignets: A Deliciously Fluffy Recipe You Must Try. These airy pastries are golden brown, soft on the inside, and dusted with powdered sugar, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or any occasion. The combination of buttermilk and warm spices creates a comforting flavor that will impress your family and friends. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up a batch that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and measure them out.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter; mix well.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; a few lumps are fine.
- 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 hot oil and fry for about 2–3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (30g)
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 36mg