Easiest Cinnamon Buttermilk Beignets
These Easiest Cinnamon Buttermilk Beignets are fluffy, golden pillows of fried dough with a warm cinnamon flavor. Quick to make and yeast-free, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 beignets
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead until smooth.
- Roll out the dough to about ½ inch thickness and cut into small squares or rectangles.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the beignets in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar while warm.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for a deeper spice profile.
- Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a caramelized taste.
- Drizzle with glaze for extra sweetness.
- Mix in mini chocolate chips for a dessert twist.
- Serve with fruit preserves or chocolate sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 beignets
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
