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RCI-EG.003.0675

Creole Beignets

Origin: Louisiana CreolePeriod: Traditional

thumb|300px|Creole Beignets

A beignet is a deep-fried pastry that has been rolled in sugar. The name "beignet" comes from the French word for "fritter". Beignets are popular in New Orleans, where they are also referred to as donuts.

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • of water
    1 cup
  • of milk
    1 cup
  • egg
    beaten
    1 unit
  • of flour
    3 cups
  • of baking powder
    2 tablespoons
  • of salt
    1 teaspoon
  • of sugar
    2 teaspoons
  • oil for frying
    1 unit
  • confectioner's sugar
    1 unit

Method

1
Prepare according to traditional method. (Directions were not provided in the legacy source.)