HEAT 2 to 3 inches oil to 365ºF in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
COMBINE water, butter and salt in medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
ADD flour and sugar. Reduce heat to medium and stir until dough is smooth and comes away from side of pan; remove from heat. Stir 2 minutes to cool slightly.
ADD eggs one at a time. Beat after each addition until well blended. Beat in vanilla.
DROP a tablespoon of dough, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry several minutes or until deeply golden brown, turning as needed for even browning. Remove with slotted metal spoon. Drain on paper towels. Roll in powdered sugar. Serve warm.
Beignets
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes
Yield: 2 dozen
Ingredients
Crisco® Pure Canola Oil
1 C. water
1/2 C. unsalted butter
1/4 tsp. salt
1 C. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/2 tsps. Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
Powdered sugar
Directions
HEAT 2 to 3 inches oil to 365ºF in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
COMBINE water, butter and salt in medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
ADD flour and sugar. Reduce heat to medium and stir until dough is smooth and comes away from side of pan; remove from heat. Stir 2 minutes to cool slightly.
ADD eggs one at a time. Beat after each addition until well blended. Beat in vanilla.
DROP a tablespoon of dough, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry several minutes or until deeply golden brown, turning as needed for even browning. Remove with slotted metal spoon. Drain on paper towels. Roll in powdered sugar. Serve warm.
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