Sweet Beignets Recipe

Name: Sweet Beignets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep-frying; flour cup Sifted, + extra for rolling; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup sugar; 4 eggs lightly beaten; 1 cup vegetable shortening melted; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; powdered sugar in a sugar shaker

Servings: persons

2 quarts vegetable oil for deep-frying
flour cup Sifted, + extra for rolling
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
4 eggs lightly beaten
1 cup vegetable shortening melted
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
powdered sugar in a sugar shaker

1
In a deep-fryer heat oil over medium-high heat to 365 degrees.
2
Into a bowl sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and nutmeg. In a large bowl whisk together sugar and eggs; stir in melted shortening, milk and lemon rind. Using a wooden spoon, beat dry ingredients into egg mixture until a biscuit-like dough forms. Lightly flour work surface and turn out dough. Pat dough out to a 1/4-inch thick round. Use a 2 1/2- to 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut rounds. Reroll scraps.
3
Fry beignets in small batches about 4 minutes or until golden, turning several times to color evenly. Using a slotted spoon gently remove beignets and drain thoroughly on paper towels. Shake powdered sugar over beignets and serve immediately.

821

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep-frying, flour cup Sifted, + extra for rolling, 1 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Sweet Beignets 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.

Sweet Beignets

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