Description
Enjoy these delightful Glazed Buttermilk Beignets with a fluffy, tender dough and a glossy, sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you want a quick and irresistible treat that combines a slight tang from plant-based buttermilk and a shiny, luscious glaze made with natural ingredients. Easy to prepare in under an hour, these beignets have a crispy exterior and a soft inside, finished with a beautiful glossy coating to celebrate every bite.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (vegan-certified)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Vegetable oil (for frying, about 4 cups or enough for 2-inch depth)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt. In a separate container, combine the plant-based buttermilk and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Maintaining this temperature ensures a crispy crust without excess oil absorption.
- Shape and Fry the Beignets: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into squares or rounds using a cookie cutter. Carefully drop pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each side for about 2 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Make the Glaze: While the beignets are cooling slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, apple cider vinegar (natural), a splash of vanilla extract (natural), and the natural gelling agent in a saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until it thickens to a smooth, shiny consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Dip each warm beignet in the glaze or drizzle the glaze generously over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving, enjoying the irresistible glossy finish.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to maintain consistent frying heat for even cooking.
- Mix the dough just until combined to keep beignets tender and light.
- Use fresh baking powder and plant-based buttermilk for the best rise and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of natural gelling agent carefully to achieve the perfect shiny coating without stickiness.
- Serve beignets warm for the best taste and texture with a soft glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 beignets
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: beignets, glazed beignets, buttermilk beignets, sweet pastries, fried desserts, fluffy pastries, plant-based glaze