Gingerbread Beignets

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Soft and perfectly spiced gingerbread beignets recipe
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup evaporated milk , heated until warm but not hot
1 envelope dry active yeast
1 egg , lightly beaten
1/2 cup molasses
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour , divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon , divided
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/3 cup shortening
vegetable oil , for deep-frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
227
Sugar
10g
Fat
10g
A classic New Orleans treat, beignets are deep-fried doughnuts traditionally served with powdered sugar. These gingerbread beignets are a fun and festive twist on traditional beignets, with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves that really capture the holiday spirit. They are a great addition to any breakfast, brunch, or dessert table, and are sure to impress your guests with their soft and fluffy texture and perfect spiciness. Make them for your next holiday party or lazy weekend brunch, and watch everyone delight in their deliciousness!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the warm evaporated milk and dry active yeast.
2.Add in the lightly beaten egg, molasses, sugar, and vegetable oil, and mix until well combined.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
4.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
5.Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, adding more flour if necessary, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
6.Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
7.Punch down the dough and roll it out to 1/2-inch thickness.
8.Cut the dough into 2-inch squares or circles.
9.Heat the shortening in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F.
10.Fry the beignets, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
11.Drain the beignets on paper towels.
12.In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon.
13.Roll the beignets in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
14.Serve warm.

PROS

Soft, fluffy, and delicious, these gingerbread beignets are perfectly spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.

They are a fun and tasty twist on traditional beignets.

Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

CONS

These beignets are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these gingerbread beignets are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Ginger has been linked to reducing inflammation, aiding digestion, and lowering blood sugar levels.
Cinnamon has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well as improving blood sugar control and reducing bad cholesterol levels.

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