Easy Beignet Recipe! (Fried dough)

Bless This Mess › Recipes › DessertsBy Melissa5 from 4 voteson Feb 12, 2021, Updated Jan 13, 2024Jump to RecipeRate RecipeThis post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.You are in for a treat with this classic Beignet recipe. Beignets are like an easy version of donuts. They are pillowy, deep fried, dusted with powdered sugar, and to die for! Beignets originate from France and can be translated in English to mean fritter. They are extremely popular in New Orleans. When you make these delicious treats at home it’s just like being transported to the French Quarter.Classic beignets are best served warm. You can refrigerate the dough for up to 2 days and bring the dough back to room temperature when you are ready to fry them up. If I’m baking for a crowd I like to double this recipe because they disappear fast!Table of ContentsWhy You’ll Love This RecipeRecipe Ingredients How To Make BeignetsFrequently Asked QuestionsExpert TipsEasy Authentic Beignets RecipeWhy Yo...