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How To Make Haitian Beignets Recipe

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Haitian Beignets are a delicious fried dough treat traditionally enjoyed during holidays and Carnival season. Made with mashed bananas, warm spices, and a lightly sweetened batter, these beignets are fried to golden perfection and dusted with sugar for the perfect sweet crunch. This recipe delivers a soft, flavorful dessert that showcases the unique flavors of Haitian cuisine.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 Mashed Bananas
  • 1 Can Carnation Milk (12 Fl. Oz.) or Water
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
  • ½ Tsp. Almond Extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ Cup All Purpose Flour
  • ½ Tsp. Baking Soda
  • ¼ Tsp. Granulated Sugar, plus more for dusting
  • ½ Tsp. Ground Nutmeg
  • ¼ Tsp. Kosher Salt
  • ½ Tsp. Ground Cinnamon (Optional)

Frying

  • 2 Cups Oil (Peanut, Canola, or Vegetable Oil recommended)

Instructions

  1. Mash the Bananas: Using a fork or food processor, mash the bananas until smooth, ensuring there are no large chunks left to maintain a consistent batter texture.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the mashed bananas, sugar, Carnation milk (or water), egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, and cinnamon (if using). Stir well to combine all the wet ingredients evenly.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter and keeping it light.
  4. Heat Oil: In a large frying pan, pour 2 cups of oil and heat it to a temperature between 325°F and 350°F. Maintain the oil temperature within this range to achieve perfect frying without undercooking or burning.
  5. Fry the Beignets: Using an ice cream scoop, carefully drop batter portions into the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each beignet for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried beignets with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil, preserving their texture.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow beignets to cool for about 10 minutes, then dust generously with granulated sugar before serving. Enjoy warm for the best experience.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are mashed until completely smooth to create an even batter texture.
  • Maintain oil temperature between 325°F and 350°F to ensure proper frying and crispiness.
  • Do not overcrowd the frying pan to prevent the oil temperature from dropping.
  • Drain beignets on paper towels immediately after frying to avoid sogginess.
  • The batter should be light and not dense; adjust flour quantity slightly if needed.
  • Use peanut, canola, or vegetable oil for frying to achieve the best flavor and texture.
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  • Calories provided are an estimate per serving.

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