Buttermilk Beignet Squares
Delicious, fluffy beignet squares with a sweet glaze, inspired by New Orleans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Whisk together the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl: buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about 1-inch thick and cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the squares in batches until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip each warm beignet square into the glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, sweet treat.
Notes
For extra flavor, add cinnamon to the glaze or pair with fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet square
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg