Beignet Fries Powdered Sugar (Print Version)
Crispy golden dough strips lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet, tender snack.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 2/3 cup whole milk, room temperature
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ For Frying
09 - 4 cups vegetable oil
→ For Serving
10 - 1 cup powdered sugar
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until evenly blended.
02 - Whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until fully incorporated.
03 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
04 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into strips 1/2 inch wide and 3 inches long.
05 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F.
06 - Fry dough strips in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and puffed, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
07 - Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm.
08 - Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The fry shape means way more crispy edges to love than traditional round beignets
- They come together faster than you can make coffee
02 -
- Oil temperature drops every time you add dough so let it recover between batches
- Dusting while warm is nonnegotiable or the sugar will just slide right off
03 -
- A candy thermometer is worth every penny for maintaining consistent oil temperature
- Cut the strips on a piece of parchment paper for easy transfer to the hot oil