"I've always loved beignets, but never thought I could make them myself. Turns out they're easy! Sometimes I'll even make a quick berry whipped cream and pipe it inside for a fun surprise. —Kathi Hemmer, Grand Junction, Colorado..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup butter, room temperature
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water (120° to 130°), divided
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1/2 cup evaporated milk
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1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
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1 large egg
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3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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Oil for deep-fat frying
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Confectioners' sugar
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Berries and whipped topping, optional