Description
These delightful Vegan Lavender Vanilla Bean French Beignets are light, airy pastries infused with the aromatic flavors of lavender and vanilla. Perfect for brunch or a sweet treat, they are rolled in a fragrant lavender sugar coating for a unique and indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beignets:
- 1 cup warm almond or oat milk
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- 1 tsp dried culinary lavender, ground
- 2 1/2 – 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp melted coconut oil or vegan butter
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Lavender Sugar Coating:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp dried lavender, ground
- 1/2 tsp vanilla bean powder (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm almond or oat milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top, stir, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Prepare the Dough: Add salt, vanilla bean paste, ground lavender, and melted coconut oil to the yeast mixture. Gradually add flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- Let Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into squares or rounds (about 2 inches in size).
- Fry the Beignets: In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully drop a few beignets into the hot oil, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Coat with Lavender Sugar: In a bowl, combine sugar, ground lavender, and vanilla bean powder. Roll each beignet in the lavender sugar while still warm.
- Serve: Enjoy the beignets warm with a dusting of extra lavender sugar if desired.
Notes
- Ensure to use culinary-grade lavender for safe consumption.
- These beignets are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a short time.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: french
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg