Gluten Free Beignets
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade gluten free beignets, light and fluffy pastries that are impossible to resist. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these sweet treats are ideal for breakfast, dessert, or any festive occasion. With a simple recipe that requires minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress family and friends with these irresistible gluten free delights. Serve them dusted with powdered sugar, alongside coffee or hot chocolate, or elevate them with your favorite toppings for a unique twist. Enjoy the magic of warm sugary bites without gluten!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
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
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water, dry active 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 along with coconut milk, egg, and melted butter; mix into a soft dough.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for 45-60 minutes.
- Roll out the risen dough to about 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 350º F and fry dough squares for about 1½ minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and coat with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
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