Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Begin by measuring out all ingredients for convenience.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until combined; lumps are okay.
- Allow batter to rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove beignets using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (35g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg