Description
Fried Croissant Beignets are the ultimate pastry mashup—crispy and golden on the outside, soft and buttery on the inside. Made from croissant dough and deep-fried to fluffy perfection, they’re finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or an irresistible weekend treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry or croissant dough (thawed if frozen)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional Fillings & Toppings:
- Vanilla or chocolate pastry cream
- Nutella or fruit jam
- Cinnamon sugar
- Glaze (lemon, vanilla, or maple)
Instructions
- Prep Dough: On a floured surface, gently roll out the puff pastry or croissant dough to about 1/4-inch thick. Cut into 2–3 inch squares or desired shapes.
- Heat Oil: In a heavy pot, heat 2–3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the Beignets: Carefully lower 2–3 dough squares at a time into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes per side, until puffed and golden brown.
- Drain: Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust & Serve: Generously dust with powdered sugar while warm. Serve as-is or fill with pastry cream using a piping bag.
Notes
- Use croissant dough for a true buttery, layered texture.
- Make ahead tip: Freeze the cut dough pieces and fry directly from frozen (just add 1–2 minutes cooking time).
- For extra flair, drizzle with glaze or dip in melted chocolate.
- Best served fresh but can be reheated in an oven for crispness.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
