Description
Indulge in these delightful Nutella Beignets, soft and fluffy pastry pockets filled with rich Nutella, perfectly dusted with powdered sugar. Ideal for breakfast or dessert, these treats are sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- For the Filling:
- Nutella
- For Dusting:
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Combine warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Add sugar, salt, egg, and milk to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine. Gradually mix in flour to form a dough. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
- Let Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll and Cut: Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into squares.
- Fill and Seal: Place a small amount of Nutella in the center of each square. Fold dough over Nutella and pinch edges to seal.
- Fry: Fry beignets in hot oil (350°F) for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Dust: Remove beignets from oil and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure oil is at the right temperature to avoid soggy beignets.
- Allow beignets to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: french
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg