Beignets with Butterscotch Sauce Recipe

Name: Beignets with Butterscotch Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup water warm, (105-115'F.); 1 package yeast, active dry; 4 large eggs at room temperature; 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened; ⅓ cup sugar; 2 teaspoons orange zest grated; 1 tablespoon rum; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 x vegetable oil; 1 x powdered sugar; 3/4 cup brown sugar, light; 1/4 cup corn syrup, light; 1 tablespoon butter or margarine; 1/4 cup light cream (half&half); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1/4 cup water warm, (105-115'F.)
1 package yeast, active dry
4 large eggs at room temperature
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
⅓ cup sugar
2 teaspoons orange zest grated
1 tablespoon rum
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups flour, all-purpose
1 x vegetable oil
1 x powdered sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, light
1/4 cup corn syrup, light
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/4 cup light cream (half&half)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Measure warm water into large warm bowl.
2
Sprinkle in yeast; stir until softened.
3
Add eggs, butter, sugar, orange rind, rum, vanilla and salt; beat until smooth.
4
Gradually mix in 3 1/2 cups flour until smooth.
5
Turn out onto lightly floured surface; knead in remaining 1/2 cup flour until smooth.
6
Cover; refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or overnight.
7
Punch down dough; turn out onto lightly floured surface and divide in half.
8
Roll out each half to 38 inch thickness; cut into 1 3/4 inch rounds.
9
Cover; let stand 20 minutes.
10
In large skillet, heat oil (1 inch deep) to 375F (190C)F.
11
Fry beignets 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.
12
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
13
Serve warm with Butterscotch Sauce.
14
Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly.
15
Remove from heat and stir in half-and-half and vanilla.
16
Serve warm.

1416

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup water warm, (105-115'F.), 1 package yeast, active dry, 4 large eggs at room temperature, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened, and more.

Yes, Beignets with Butterscotch Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beignets with Butterscotch Sauce

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