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Air Fryer Beignets

Tasty Air Fryer Beignets

These Air Fryer Beignets are light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. Easier and less messy than traditional deep-fried beignets, they can be ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 12 beignets
Calories 116 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast
  • ½ cup warm water 110°F
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  • Add warm milk, egg, remaining sugar, melted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  • Gradually add flour, stirring until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 370°F.
  • Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares using a pastry cutter.
  • Arrange the dough squares in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Remove the beignets once they are golden brown and fluffy.
  • Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the warm water and milk are at the correct temperature to activate the yeast effectively.
  • The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable; add a little more flour if necessary.
  • Store leftover beignets in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat them briefly in the air fryer before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1beignetCalories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 122mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 96IUVitamin C: 0.002mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer recipes, beignets, easy desserts
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