Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Fried Croissant Beignets, where the flaky goodness of croissants meets the sweet satisfaction of donuts. These chocolate-filled pastries are a treat for any occasion, from brunch gatherings to cozy evenings at home. With their golden exteriors and rich chocolate centers, these decadent snacks are sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, they’re easy to make, allowing even beginner bakers to create gourmet desserts right in their own kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4 1/2 cups Manitoba flour (or bread flour)
- 2 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- Chocolate spread for filling
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk, water, yeast, and sugar. Let it froth for about 10 minutes.
- In a stand mixer bowl or large mixing bowl, add flour, eggs, egg yolk, salt, and the yeast mixture. Knead until elastic (about 8 minutes), then incorporate butter.
- Cover and let rise for approximately 1 hour; refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough into rectangles and cut into triangles; shape them into croissants and let them rise again until tripled in size.
- Heat oil in a frying pan; fry beignets until golden brown on both sides.
- Dust with sugar and cinnamon mix after frying; fill with chocolate spread as desired.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beignet (50g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider filling your beignets with fruit preserves or cream cheese instead of chocolate spread. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal results.