# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
02 - 1 cup warm water (approximately 110°F)
03 - 1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ For Frying
09 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying
→ Topping
10 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, for dusting
# Steps:
01 - Combine warm water, a pinch of sugar, and active dry yeast in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
03 - Add yeast mixture, milk, egg, and melted butter to dry ingredients; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
04 - Knead by hand or with a stand mixer dough hook for 5 to 7 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
05 - Place dough in lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
06 - Punch down dough and transfer to floured surface; roll out to 1/4 inch thickness.
07 - Cut dough into 2-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
08 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 350°F.
09 - Fry squares in batches, turning once, until golden brown and puffed, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
10 - Remove beignets with slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
11 - While still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately.
