"A beignet [ben-YAY] is a thin square of yeast dough that’s deep-fried for a short
time at a high temperature. Yes, it’s every bit as
good as it sounds, and it’s just as easy to whip up...."
INGREDIENTS
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SPRINKLE:
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1 tsp. active dry yeast
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3/4 cup warm water (105°–115°)
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1 tsp. granulated sugar
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ADD:
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 egg, beaten
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2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
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2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp. kosher salt
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STIR IN:
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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Vegetable oil
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Powdered sugar