Tiana's Magical Beignets inspired by Princess and the Frog 🐸

Name: Tiana's Magical Beignets inspired by Princess and the Frog 🐸
Prep time: 2 h 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup lukewarm water 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening 1/2 cup evaporated milk 4 cups bread flour 1 packet active dry yeast Vegetable oil, for deep frying Powdered sugar, for dusting

1 step

Prep:2h 20minCook:20min

Experience the magic of New Orleans in your kitchen with Tiana's Magical Beignets, inspired by the enchanting Disney movie "Princess and the Frog". This simple yet delightful recipe brings the soul of southern American cuisine right to your home, offering a chance for both kids and adults to join in the fun. Don't forget, beignets taste best when fresh, so invite the whole family to enjoy these fluffy, sweet treats right out of the fryer. Cooking tips: You might want to keep a few extra napkins handy, as these sugar-dusted beignets can be a delightful, albeit messy, treat.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:18:53 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

High

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories266.1 kcal (13%)

Total Fat6.2 g (9%)

Carbs44.3 g (17%)

Sugars6.6 g (7%)

Protein7.7 g (15%)

Sodium137.3 mg (7%)

Fiber1.4 g (5%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

10 servings

1 cupwater

lukewarm

¼ cupgranulated sugar

½ teaspoonsalt

1egg

2 tablespoonsvegetable shortening

½ cupevaporated milk

4 cupsbread flour

1 packetactive dry yeast

Vegetable oil

Powdered sugar

for dusting

Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine water and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast over it. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until the yeast is frothy. In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, egg, and evaporated milk. Add this egg mixture to the yeast mixture, then stir in the shortening. Gradually mix in the bread flour, about 1 cup at a time, until a dough begins to form. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, and knead it until it becomes smooth and elastic, around 5-10 minutes. Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 2 hours, or until it doubles in size. Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into 2-inch squares using a pizza cutter or a knife. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 370 degrees Fahrenheit (185 degrees Celsius). Fry the beignets a few at a time until they are puffed and golden brown on both sides, around 1-2 minutes per side. Remove the beignets with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. Dust the beignets with powdered sugar while they're still warm, and serve them immediately.