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Beignets

Beignets
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • 1 Fying Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack Birrittellas Traditional Dough
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • Vegetable Oil for Frying

Instructions
 

  • Roll out pizza dough and cut it into 2×2 squares.
  • Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a frying pan. Once hot, add about 4 squares at a time. Be sure to flip them fast.
  • Once golden brown, place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  • Add powdered sugar to a bag and add your beignets a few at a time. Shake and place them on a serving plate.
  • Enjoy immediately!
Keyword Beignets, Dough

Important Dough Guidelines

  1. Keep in the fridge for up to 50 days.
  2. Round the dough with flour to prevent sticking, brush with olive oil, put in a bowl, and cover.
  3. Let the dough rise for at least 3.5 hours before using.
  4. Preheat your oven to 475°F or higher, if possible.

    Important: Rounding pizza dough is a crucial step in the pizza-making process. By shaping the dough into a smooth, uniform ball, you not only create an aesthetically pleasing base but also ensure even cooking. This process helps trap the carbon dioxide and alcohol produced by the yeast, allowing the dough to rise properly and develop the desired texture and flavor.