BRUNCH BEIGNETS

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Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight! -Lois Rutherford, Elkton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs, separated
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brandy, optional
Oil for deep-fat frying
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg yolks, sugar, water, butter, lemon zest, vanilla and, if desired, brandy; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter., In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Binyam Biru
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These beignets are the best I've ever had. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


hadi raja
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The beignets were amazing!


Yan Serrano
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This recipe is a keeper! The beignets were delicious and everyone at my party loved them.


Lehlogonolo Gudlza
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These beignets were a waste of time and ingredients.


Shex Poket
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I would not recommend this recipe. The beignets were dense and doughy.


Kevin Hassan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my beignets didn't turn out as light and fluffy as I expected.


Bright Abanga
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These beignets were a bit too greasy for my taste.


Jude Tobage
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The dough was a bit too thick for my liking, but the flavor was good.


balloonTD900
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The beignets were good, but I think I would have liked them better if they had been cooked a little longer.


Henry Agos
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These beignets were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Md bappi rahman
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I'm not usually a fan of beignets, but these were really good! The dough was cooked perfectly and the powdered sugar coating was the perfect touch.


lauren cruz
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I was craving something sweet for breakfast and these beignets hit the spot! They were so light and fluffy, and the powdered sugar made them extra delicious.


Abhulimen Faith
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These beignets were so good! I loved the combination of the sweet dough and the powdered sugar. They were also really easy to make.


koolest da hit maker
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I've never made beignets before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The beignets were cooked perfectly and had the perfect amount of sweetness.


SAMIX PRO
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These beignets were a huge hit at my brunch party! They were light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior and a delicious powdered sugar coating. I'll definitely be making them again.