Easy Beignets with Bacon
Beignets with no yeast are easy to make and these are made even more special with the addition of bacon
Servings: 36 beignets
Calories: 83kcal
Equipment
- Deep Fryer, optional
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 large egg
- 3 pieces bacon, chopped
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup pure maple syrup, optional
- 4-6 cups canola oil
Instructions
- Saute 3 pieces of bacon, cool and chop into small pieces
- Prepare a deep fryer with 3-inches of canola oil and heat to 375°F, or heat oil in a deep pot.
- Line a baking sheet or large platter with paper towels.
- In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In a small bowl whisk together milk, water, and the egg. Add to the flour mixture and mix well. Fold in the chopped bacon and combine.
- Drop about 1 heaping tablespoon of mixture carefully into the deep fryer. Add about 4-5 more but do not crowd the fryer or pot. Turn after about 3 minutes and finish cooking on the other side. Cook until lightly golden.
- Remove beignets with tongs or a large slotted spoon and place on prepared paper towels to cool. Repeat with all batter.
- Place powdered sugar in a medium bowl and add beignets a few at a time and roll to coat.
- Serve with warm maple syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg