Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Fry the squares in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze.
- Dip the fried squares into the glaze and set on a wire rack to cool.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding vanilla extract to the batter.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy beignets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg