Small Batch Beignets Bread Machine Recipe

Craving Cafe Du Monde beignets but don't want a mountain of them? This small-batch recipe, perfectly adapted for your bread machine, delivers 3-4 servings of those breathtakingly light and airy delights. Skip the hours of kneading and deep-frying – this recipe makes it quick and easy!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 698.7 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Small Batch Beignets Bread Machine

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How to Make Small Batch Beignets Bread Machine

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out. Have everything ready before starting.
  2. In a small saucepan, gently heat 1/2 cup shortening and 1/4 cup water until the shortening is melted and the mixture is warm (around 105-115°F). Do not let it boil.
  3. Pour the warm shortening mixture into your bread machine pan.
  4. Quickly add the remaining ingredients (see list below) in the order specified, ensuring the yeast is not in direct contact with the warm liquid. Set your bread machine to the dough cycle.
  5. Once the dough cycle is complete, gently turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  6. Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut into 2-inch squares.
  7. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Carefully add beignets to hot oil, frying a few at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Remove beignets with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve immediately, generously dusted with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

25g

Carbs

37g