Beignets just like those at Café Du Monde are inspired by one of New Orleans’ most iconic culinary traditions. Introduced to Louisiana through French influence, beignets became a beloved staple of Creole cuisine and a symbol of leisurely mornings in the French Quarter. Light, airy, and generously dusted with powdered sugar, these square-cut fried pastries are inseparable from the culture and charm of New Orleans coffee houses.
These classic beignets are made from a yeast-raised dough that fries up pillowy on the inside with a delicate golden exterior. Served hot, they are buried under a snowy layer of powdered sugar that melts slightly into the warm pastry, creating the signature sweet, messy indulgence Café Du Monde is famous for. Simple yet irresistible, the flavor is mildly sweet with a tender chew that pairs perfectly with a cup of chicory coffee.
Beignets are meant to be shared and enjoyed slowly, making them ideal for brunch, special breakfasts, or celebratory treats. Whether served as a nostalgic nod to New Orleans or as a homemade indulgence, these beignets capture the joy of classic French-inspired comfort food. One bite instantly transports you to a café table in the French Quarter, powdered sugar on your fingers and all.
Beignets just like those at Café Du Monde are inspired by one of New Orleans’ most iconic culinary traditions. Introduced to Louisiana through French influence, beignets became a beloved staple of Creole cuisine and a symbol of leisurely mornings in the French Quarter. Light, airy, and generously dusted with powdered sugar, these square-cut fried pastries are inseparable from the culture and charm of New Orleans coffee houses.
These classic beignets are made from a yeast-raised dough that fries up pillowy on the inside with a delicate golden exterior. Served hot, they are buried under a snowy layer of powdered sugar that melts slightly into the warm pastry, creating the signature sweet, messy indulgence Café Du Monde is famous for. Simple yet irresistible, the flavor is mildly sweet with a tender chew that pairs perfectly with a cup of chicory coffee.
Beignets are meant to be shared and enjoyed slowly, making them ideal for brunch, special breakfasts, or celebratory treats. Whether served as a nostalgic nod to New Orleans or as a homemade indulgence, these beignets capture the joy of classic French-inspired comfort food. One bite instantly transports you to a café table in the French Quarter, powdered sugar on your fingers and all.
Total Time:3 hours
Yield:4-6 1x
Ingredients
UnitsScale
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4cupshortening
2 large eggs
1 1/2cups warm water
1cupevaporated milk
1/4cupconfectioners' sugar
7cupsall-purpose flour
1quartvegetable oil
1/2cupwhite sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Dissolve yeast in warm water until completely dissolved in a large bowl. Add in the evaporated milk, eggs, sugar & salt; blend well.
Now, add in 4 cups of flour; mix well & beat for several minutes, until completely smooth. Add in the shortening & then the leftover 3 cups of the flour. Cover & let chill for up to a day.
Roll the dough out approximately ⅛” thick. Cut into 2 & ½” squares. Fry in hot oil (at 360 F). Once fried, place them on paper towels and drain.
Shake the confectioners’ sugar on hot beignets. Serve immediately & enjoy.
