Cafe Du Monde Beignet Recipe
The Cafe Du Monde Beignet Recipe is a sweet and famous treat from New Orleans. These small square doughnuts are soft inside and crispy outside.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
Activate the Yeast
- In a small bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for five minutes until bubbles form. This means the yeast is ready.
Mix the Dough
- In a large bowl, add flour, sugar, and salt. Then add the yeast mix, egg, and melted butter. Stir until everything mixes well. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour.
Knead the Dough
- Put the dough on a floured table. Knead for five minutes until it becomes smooth and soft. This helps make fluffy beignets.
Let the Dough Rest
- Place the dough in a bowl. Cover it with a cloth. Let it rest for one hour in a warm spot. It will rise and double in size.
Roll and Cut the Dough
- After rising, roll out the dough with a rolling pin. Make it about ¼ inch thick. Cut it into small squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
Fry the Beignets
- Heat oil in a deep pan on medium heat. Fry each dough square for one minute on each side until golden brown. Do not burn them.
Add Powdered Sugar
- Place the fried beignets on paper towels to remove extra oil. Sprinkle lots of powdered sugar on top. They should look white and sweet.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve warm with coffee or hot chocolate. Your Cafe Du Monde Beignet Recipe is ready to eat and enjoy.
Notes
- Let the dough rest well before frying.
- Use fresh yeast for the best rise.
- Keep oil on medium heat.
- Do not fry too many at once.
- Add sugar when they are still warm