Gluten-Free Beignets
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
The airy, pillowy delight of these homemade gluten-free beignets, dusted generously with sweet powdered sugar. These tender treats offer a satisfying chew and a delicate sweetness, perfect for a special breakfast or dessert.
At a glance: This medium desserts recipe yields 4 servings in about 40 minutes (20 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 10 ingredients — including certified gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, granulated sugar, baking powder — and walks through 7 steps. Updated . Browse more desserts recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Beignets: When preparing this desserts recipe, to ensure this recipe remains gluten-free, always use certified gluten-free ingredients and prepare it in a clean environment. Be mindful of shared utensils and surfaces that may have come into contact with gluten In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Beignets: This recipe is designed to be entirely free from gluten-containing grains. Using a certified gluten-free flour blend is crucial for achieving the correct texture.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups certified gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4-6 cups neutral oil for frying (like canola or vegetable)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the certified gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined. This dry mixture will form the base of your beignet dough.
- 2
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter or coconut oil, and pure vanilla extract until smooth. This wet mixture will be incorporated into the dry ingredients to create a cohesive dough.
- 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined and a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough beignets.
- 4
Heat the neutral oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil temperature by dropping a tiny bit of dough; it should sizzle immediately and float to the surface.
- 5
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the dough into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Fry the beignets for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are puffed up and a beautiful golden brown color. They should feel light and airy.
- 6
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried beignets from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. This allows them to cool slightly and maintain their crispiness.
- 7
Once the beignets have cooled enough to handle but are still warm, generously dust them with powdered sugar. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
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Tips & Notes
- Check that your baking powder is labeled gluten-free — some brands use grain-based fillers — look for certified gluten-free on the label.
- Softened butter should hold a fingerprint but not be greasy — if it melts on touch, it's too warm for creaming.
- Any plant-based milk works here — oat milk (certified GF) gives the richest mouthfeel; almond milk keeps it lighter.
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