Glazed Buttermilk Beignet Squares
Delightful beignet squares with a unique flavor profile from buttermilk and nutmeg, glazed to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl until combined.
- Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl until smooth.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Roll out the dough to about 1-inch thick on a floured surface.
- Cut the dough into squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry beignet squares in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Glaze the warm beignets and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, glaze just before serving to keep the coating fresh and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg