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Beignets

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 to 115 degrees F)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 7 cups bread flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups peanut oil, for frying
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl and whisk well.
  2. Let stand for 10 minutes, or until foamy.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat eggs until smooth.
  4. Add vanilla and evaporated milk.
  5. Beat in 3 1/2 cups flour until smooth.
  6. Slowly add the yeast mixture and mix until smooth.
  7. Add butter and mix until incorporated.
  8. Add the remaining flour and salt and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  9. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
  10. Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
  11. Heat 4 inches of oil to 360 degrees F.
  12. Roll dough into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle and cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.
  13. Fry in batches until puffed and golden brown, about 1 minute.
  14. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  15. Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve immediately.