Description
Make light fluffy gluten-free beignets in your air fryer Our easy recipe uses a special GF flour blend for the perfect airy texture Quick delicious keto friendly
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) rapid-rise yeast
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm whole milk (about 110°F)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for generous dusting
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, whisk the warm milk and yeast together. Let it sit for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate, larger bowl, whisk the egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour in the frothy yeast mixture and whisk until combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add your gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- First Rise: Lightly oil a clean bowl, place your dough ball in it, and turn it over to coat. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm, draft-free spot for about 30 minutes.
- Heat the Oil: Pour about 2 inches of oil into a heavy-bottomed pot. Heat it over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Shape the Beignets: Turn your risen dough out onto a surface dusted with gluten-free flour. Gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 2-inch squares.
- Fry to Golden Perfection: Carefully lower a few dough squares into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, until puffed and golden brown. Transfer them to a wire rack to drain.
- Dust and Devour: Let them cool for a minute, then generously dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Notes
Light, fluffy, and delicious homemade gluten-free beignets. This simple recipe delivers a perfect New Orleans-style treat that’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 beignets
- Calories: 120 calories
- Sugar: 7 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g