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Doughnut Recipe

These beignet-style doughnuts are warm, airy, and dusted with powdered sugar, delivering comfort and nostalgia in every bite.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3¾ – 4 cups all-purpose flour (480 g)
  • ¾ + 2 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1¼ tsp salt
  • 2¼ tsp instant yeast
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • about 2 inches Neutral oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine dry ingredients.
  2. Add warm milk, egg, butter, and vanilla. Knead until smooth.
  3. Let dough rise in an oiled bowl until doubled (1 to 1.5 hours).
  4. Roll dough to ½" thick. Cut into 2–2½" squares.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil to 350°F. Fry beignets in batches, 1–2 minutes per side.
  2. Drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

Best served fresh on the same day. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to regain crispness.