The PERFECT Beignet Recipe! - Baking Basics

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while still providing sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free option.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

Pour 1 packet of active dry yeast into a large mixing bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and warm water to the yeast, whisk together, and let it sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.

Add 10 tablespoons of sugar, 2 large eggs (whole), a splash of vanilla extract, and 1 cup of buttermilk to the yeast mixture and whisk until well combined.

Add bread flour to the yeast mixture along with a bit of shortening and salt, mixing until a thick paste forms.

Switch to an electric stand mixer and mix on low speed for 3 to 5 minutes, slowly adding all-purpose flour about 1/2 cup at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

Transfer the dough to a floured work surface, sprinkle flour on your hands, and knead the dough for about 1 minute until smooth, adding more flour if it's too sticky.

Place the dough in a greased bowl with vegetable oil, flip it to coat, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rest at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick and cut into star shapes using a star cookie cutter.

Heat about 8 cups of vegetable oil in a heavy bottom pot to 350°F (175°C) over medium heat.

Fry the star beignets in batches for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown, then remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

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