Gluten Free Beignets
Indulge in the delightful experience of making gluten free beignets, a treat that combines a crispy exterior with a soft, fluffy interior. These light pastries are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any festive occasion. With a hint of sweetness from coconut milk and sugar, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. The simplicity of this recipe makes it easy to whip up a batch in no time, ensuring you can enjoy these sweet bites whenever the craving strikes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons dry active yeast
- 6 tablespoons warm water
- 2 tablespoons cane sugar
- 1 1/2 cups gluten free flour blend
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water, yeast, and cane sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a bowl, combine gluten free flour blend and salt. Add the yeast mixture, coconut milk, egg, and melted butter. Mix into a soft dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to around 350º F. Fry dough squares in batches for about 1½ minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and coat with powdered sugar while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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