Beignets

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Dissolve yeast in warm water. Pour into a large bowl and stir in evaporated milk, white sugar, eggs, and salt. Add 4 cups flour and beat until smooth.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Mix in shortening. Mix in remaining 3 cups flour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Roll dough out on floured surface to 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Heat oil in a deep pot to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry beignets in batches until browned and puffed. (If beignets sink and do not pop up, oil is not hot enough.) Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Shake confectioners' sugar over hot beignets. Serve immediately. Enjoy!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (10 servings total)

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