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Buttermilk Beignet Square

Buttermilk Beignet Square

Soft and fluffy beignet squares made with buttermilk, lightly fried and finished with powdered sugar or glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk warm
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep pan

Method
 

  1. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Combine wet ingredients and add to dry mixture.
  3. Knead dough until smooth, then let rise.
  4. Roll and cut dough into squares.
  5. Fry until golden and drain excess oil.

Notes

  • Do not overheat oil to avoid burning.
  • Let dough rise fully for best texture.
  • Dust with sugar while warm.